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A unique service for persons with complex
communication needs, this Centre focuses on
assessment and intervention through the use
of augmentative and alternate communication
(AAC). This implies provision of low tech
pictorial or word based displays and/or
hi-tech computer based support as suitable
and appropriate for all those whose speech
is not the most functional method of
communication.
IICP has developed Voice Output messaging
devices, a talking book and the Indian
Picture Symbols for Communication. The
latter software consists of more than 1900
culturally appropriate symbols that help
communication facilitators to develop
need-based communication displays for
persons using AAC.
Contact Person: Swati Chakraborty,
Coordinator
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IICP is a Nationally recognized specialist organization in the area of
CP & neurological disorders. With an
impressive list of achievements and awards
like the National Award for the Center of
Excellence, it is one of the few
organizations in India with the capability
to extend consultancy inputs to other
fledgling organizations working in the field
of disability particularly CP.
With the changing disability scenario more
centres have mushroomed who need advice &
training. NGO’s have been taking a lead
role in augmenting the professional skills
of people in the field. The government and
the rehabilitation council of India
recognizes IICP as a national level
organization capable of providing such
inputs.
IICP’s worldwide network enables its staff
to be professionally qualified, experienced
and up-to-date with the current developments
in the international field.
IICP offers on site training programmes in different areas of
management & intervention with a particular
focus on Inclusion, Rights based approach/
early intervention/etc.
IICP offers on site consultancy services and
training. For this purpose the host
organization will bear the charges for
travel (by air if required, depending on the
distance), hospitality and all local travel
+ a consultancy fee per person that covers
IICP's institutional charges. These charges
are negotiable.
This may also comprise internships and
training placements in IICP and on-site
visits. For internships and placements for
students/ trainees/professionals from other
organizations – the charges are Rs. 1000
per month for Indian citizens; USD 50 or
equivalent for foreigners
Contact Person: Dr. Reena Sen,
Director, HRD |
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Administration, Communication & Resource
Mobilization
These services support all others by
spreading the vision and mission of IICP,
drawing in support – financial and in kind
and enabling the smooth running of the
organization.
Contact Person: Mrs. Subhra
Chatterjee, Deputy Director
Therapy Services
Run by trained and experienced
physiotherapists and occupational therapists
who have specialized in the treatment of
neuro-motor disorders including CP, these
services are offered to children and adults
using IICP services; training placements and
internships are conducted for students from
national and international therapy training
schools and staff from other organizations.
A neurodevelopmental approach is used.
A multi-sensory room provides a range of
sensory experiences for children with
multiple disabilities.
Contact Person: Tessa Hamblin, Director
Rehabilitation
Social Services
Run by trained and experienced Social
Workers, these services focus on family
support, counseling and guidance for
children and adults with cerebral palsy,
income generation programmes for mothers and
other key carers and facilitation for the
formation of self help groups. Parent
training is a key priority. This service
works in close collaboration with Sahay,
IICP Parents’ Group.
Contact Person: Purba Bose, Head |
