Fellowship with Mentally Retarded (FMR India)

In the Sheltered Workshops programme of FMR India, individuals have the opportunity to engage in various meaningful activities such as gardening, agriculture, crafts, and candle making, depending on the community's location. Through these workshops, they not only gain the dignity of work but also contribute to their society. The products created are sold to the wider world, allowing for outreach and enabling individuals to earn a modest wage.

In the Development Centres programme of FMR India, individuals, particularly children with intellectual disabilities, engage in therapeutic activities and development education. These centres provide a nurturing environment for individuals to explore their unique gifts and develop essential skills.

In the Outreach Work programme of FMR India, assistants actively engage with the neighbourhood by visiting homes that have children with intellectual disabilities. Due to limited capacity, these outreach programmes aim to reach children who are unable to attend Asha Niketan. The assistants provide valuable technical guidance, friendship, and support to the families, contributing to the well-being and development of the children within their own homes.

The Homes programme of FMR India offers a nurturing environment where individuals with intellectual disabilities and its assistants live together, fostering deep relationships and providing a safe space for personal expression. These homes, whether single or multiple, encourage a sense of belonging and allow individuals to explore love, healing, and personal growth. Through daily routines and shared responsibilities, each member can fully utilize their abilities and contribute creatively to the gift of life within the home community.