"Financial aid is the helping hand for the families who are financially less fortunate"

These children you have just seen had been isolated for long periods due to the lack of support system

Braaem Independent Living is a school/center that caters for the children with special needs. It caters mostly for the special needs children of the immigrant workforce of Jeddah who suffer from variety of psychological or/and physical disorders.

As there are many families who cannot afford the gift of education for their children with special needs, BIL provides them with access to education and necessary therapies in a loving and caring environment. Equality in opportunity and starting life with the basic preparation is all about what BIL is trying to achieve. Our Vision

To improve educational opportunities and services for the following groups: –Children with special needs –Their parents and caregivers –Community that our children live in Our Mission

Purpose of Special Education Special education is designed to ensure that students with disabilities are provided with an environment that allows them to be educated effectively. Definition of Special Education : Special education refers to a range of educational and social services provided to individuals with disabilities.

- Physical disabilities, such as deafness or blindness; - Mental disabilities, such as Down's syndrome and autism ; - Medical conditions, such as oxygen dependence or traumatic brain injury; - Learning deficits, such as dyslexia ; and - Behavioral disorders, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, (ADHD) and conduct disorders. Disabilities that Qualify for Special Education :

1- Build up self esteem 2- Provide basic life skills 3- Educate in order to make them aware of their environment and in some cases catch up with mainstream curriculum 4- Collaborate with parents, students, schools, and the community to raise awareness, educate, help and support BIL Aims to

Finding a social life for our kids... Field trips, events and parties…

Our Team: 4 Special Education Teachers 2 Physiotherapists 2 Psychotherapists 5 Management Members 10 Assisting Staff We need to hire the following positions: Behaviour Experts Speech Therapists

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) says: “Save yourself from hellfire by giving even half a date–fruit in charity” Sahih Al-Bukhari, Volume 2, Hadith 498

On behalf of our children and their families, A BIG THANK YOU for your time and consideration