About
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Headquarters
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
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Since
2016
CADRRE(Centre for Autism and Other Disabilities Rehabilitation Research and Education) is a non-profit organisation that was established in 2016 to ad Read moredress the increasing cases of autism in the disability sector. The organisation aims to bring meaningful changes in the lives of children on the autism spectrum by providing proof-based interventions, planned learning programmes, regular evaluations and family support. CADRRE also conducts research on different features of autism and support for the affected families. With the support of many donors and patrons, the organisation focuses on creating an inclusive environment that empowers individuals with autism to realize their full potential. Additionally, CADRRE strives to assist in mainstreaming individuals with autism to formal education and employment and provides providing for assisted living for adults with autism. CADRRE envisions renewing the lives of people with autism through best practice principles and family-based inclusive care across the lifecycle.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Programs
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Interdisciplinary Intervention Services for children with Autism
CADRRE provides a full-day intervention program in a school setting, with all therapies under one roof, for over 50 children with Autism in the age group of 2.5-18 years; over 70 children and their families have been positively impacted by The Autism school with deserving families receiving scholarships. Each child receives an Individualised Education Plan based on their evaluation, created in agreement with the parents.
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Parent-Mediated Intervention for young children with Autism
CADRRE provides a free-of-cost parent-mediated intervention program for young children with Autism, empowering parents to be their child’s primary therapists; over 12 families are being mentored through our free-of-cost parent-mediated intervention program thus far.
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Employability Training Program for young adults with Autism
CADRRE provides a free-of-cost employability training program for young adults with Autism, with training in life skills, communication skills and social skills followed by training in job-specific skills and onsite apprenticeship at a potential employer; 24 young adults with Autism have been trained thus far, with 9 securing paid internships at reputed institutions in the IT, retail and hospitality sectors.
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Diagnosis & Assessments Service for Autism
CADRRE offers free evaluations for individuals with autism, conducted by a team of carefully selected speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and psychologists using regulated tools. Both the child and their parents are required to attend along with relevant medical records and therapy documents. Based on the evaluation, the team recommends a suitable course of action for treatment and support.
The free assessment clinic has done over 750 detailed Autism assessments, guiding families to manage their autism diagnosis -
Support for School-Going Children with Autism
CADRRE provides an after-school support program for children with Autism attending regular school, helping them with their language development, communication, social interaction, fine and gross motor challenges; over 10 children have been supported through our after-school program thus far.
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Skills Building Program for young adults with Autism
CADRRE provides a skills building program for young adults with Autism, with training in glass bottle upcycling, soap-making, candle-making, decoupage, culinary and hospitality skills, besides guidance on turning skills into a vocation or self-employment opportunity
Leadership Team
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Dr. M. I. Sahadullah
Chairman, KIMS Group of Hospitals
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K. M. Chandrasekhar
Former Cabinet Secretary, Govt. of India & Former Vice-Chairman, State Planning Board Member
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K. Nandakumar
Founder & CEO, SunTec Business Solutions
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V.S.M. Nair
Economist
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Alexander Varghese
Chief Operating Officer, UST
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
21-50
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AACAC9244M
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Registration ID
U74999KL2016NPL04767
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VO ID / Darpan ID
KL/2021/0272439
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12A
CIT(E)/CHN/12A/211/2017-18
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80G
CIT(E)/CHN/80G/176/2019-20
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FCRA
052910411
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CSR Registration Number
CSR00004591
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Section 8 (formerly Section 25)