Welcome to the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret Programme for Children and Youth with Disabilities
Welcome to the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret Programme for Children and Youth with Disabilities, a Christ-centered initiative dedicated to transforming the lives of children and youth with disabilities across Uasin Gishu, Nandi, and Elgeyo Marakwet counties. Guided by our vision of a society where every child is loved and valued, we provide safe hostel accommodations near inclusive schools, ensuring access to education, rehabilitation, empowerment, and spiritual growth. Our services range from rescue and medical support to advocacy, community sensitization, and specialized outreach for children with severe conditions. Through holistic care and partnership with families and communities, we help these young individuals realize their full potential and lead dignified, fulfilling lives.
VISION
Our vision is a society where all children and youth with disabilities are loved, valued, and cared for just like any other child, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives.
Our Mission
Provide opportunities for children and youth with disabilities to make fulfilling choices, help them realize their full potential, and live holistic lives.
WHO WE ARE
We are a dedicated ministry under the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret, committed to serving children and youth with disabilities through Christ-centered compassion and action.
Our unique approach ensures easy access to inclusive education by providing hostels located near integrated primary and secondary schools. These hostels offer safe, supportive living spaces where children with disabilities can grow, learn, and thrive.
We currently run six hostels across three pastoral regions within the Diocese of Eldoret:
- Uasin Gishu
- Nandi
- Elgeyo Marakwet
Through this network, we make it possible for children with disabilities, especially those from rural or underprivileged backgrounds, to receive the education, care, and support they need in a nurturing environment.
WHAT WE DO
- Rescue: Identifying and reaching out to children with disabilities who are neglected, abandoned, or living in vulnerable conditions.
- Rehabilitation: Providing physical therapy, medical support, artificial limbs where needed, counseling, life skills, and assistive devices to promote healing and independence.
- Empowerment: We take a holistic approach to empowerment by offering spiritual guidance, life skills development, educational support, and vocational training, enabling individuals to realize their full potential
- Reintegration: Working with families and communities to safely reintegrate children back into supportive and inclusive environments.
- Advocacy: Promoting the rights, dignity, and inclusion of persons with disabilities at every level of society, in line with Gospel values and national policy.
- Sensitization: Engaging communities, churches, and institutions through awareness campaigns that challenge stigma and foster acceptance and inclusion.
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- Boarding Facilities – Offering boarding facilities that facilitates access to education and makes it easier for children to attend integrated schools, aligning with the goal of removing barriers to education.
- Outreach – The Outreach Program is designed to reach out to families with children who have cerebral palsy and are unable to attend any learning institutions due to the severity of their condition. The program focuses on collaborating with parents to empower them with the necessary knowledge and skills to best care for their children at home.
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT US.
Food and Household Supplies: Donations of cereals, cooking oil, sugar, and toiletries.
Assistive Devices: Wheelchairs, hearing aids, white canes, walking frames, crutches, artificial limbs, and braille machines.
Educational Support: Provision of stationery, school uniforms, and payment of school fees.
Financial Contributions: Monetary donations to support our programs and meet urgent needs, like Medical bills
· Other Ways You Can Help
There are many ways you can make a difference in the lives of children and youth with disabilities. Whether you have time, skills, or resources to offer, your support is always welcome and appreciated.
Volunteer Your Time
Join us in day-to-day activities, support events, or spend time with the children and youth. Your presence brings joy and builds lasting friendships.
Be an Advocate
Help us raise awareness about disability rights and inclusion by speaking up in your community, school, church, or workplace.
Help Around the Homes
Assist with cleaning, cooking, organizing, or even simple maintenance work. These acts of service help create a safe, clean, and loving environment.
Share Your Skills
Are you a teacher, therapist, artist, or technician? Use your talents to offer training, therapy, creative sessions, or technical support.
Catholic Diocese of Eldoret – program for children/youth with disability
📞 +254 746324276
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📍 Eldoret, Kenya