DISATER RELIEF AND REHABILITATION
For the past few years, Kerala, the southern state of India has borne the brunt of disasters like sea erosion, floods, land sliding etc. The Vincentian Social Services – India Kottayam (De Care) has been in the forefront effecting the disaster management relief and rehabilitation measures.
The activities of the organization were spread across the coastal, high ranges and low lying areas of Kerala. De Care focusses on the response and recovery phases of the Disaster Management Cycle. Relief measures like distribution of food, cloths, medicines and other needed articles, providing psychological assistance to the affected people, opening of relief camps, organizing medical camps, laisoning with governmental authorities and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO), socio-economic surveying of the affected areas, adoption of flood-stricken parishes for sustainable development etc formed part of the interventions of De Care.
Project HAND
Helping the Affected Neighbours in Disaster
Project HAND (Helping the Affected Neighbours in Disaster) is a compassionate, long-term humanitarian initiative dedicated to supporting children and families devastated by natural disasters. Rooted in empathy and resilience, the project focuses on helping children rebuild their lives through education, emotional healing, and community support.
Identification & Assessment
Our work begins with identifying the most affected children and families through careful assessment and collaboration with local communities and stakeholders. This process ensures that support reaches those who need it the most.
Life Skills & Psychosocial Support
Project HAND conducts life skills training sessions to help children build confidence and adaptability. Parent meetings are organized to strengthen support within families, while children who require deeper care are referred to professional counsellors for trauma-informed therapy.
Educational & Medical Support
The project provides educational scholarships to ensure children can continue their studies and offers medical assistance for families facing post-disaster health challenges. These interventions help children develop resilience, strengthen self-confidence, and improve emotional well-being.
Social Advocacy
Beyond direct assistance, social advocacy is a key pillar of Project HAND. Through awareness initiatives and advocacy efforts, we highlight the challenges faced by disaster-affected families and work toward sustainable and long-term change.