1. E kadaksha L earning C enter

2. “Nobody signs up to have a child with special needs. Then you realize that this is a gift, this child is the light. And if you can nourish that light and let it shine, you have an opportunity to get closer to God, and that’s grace.” -- John C. McGinley

3. ABOUT US The Founder-Teachers

4. M.S. Kanaka, 42 years of age. Basically a tourism graduate, has a work experience of 4 years in the field of special education. “My entry to this field was accidental and I found it challenging. My hidden skills were explored to the maximum as each day taught me something new. In the process I have also understood the nuances of teaching which ultimately inspired me to join my friends and begin a center. I hope this exposure will help me to influence the children to evolve and blossom.” Bindu Haridas, 35 years of age and mother of a special child. A Commerce graduate, she has also completed a Diploma in special education and has 3 years experience working with special children. “As mother and a special educator, I realize the value of acceptance by parents and independence of children with special needs. I have always felt that a child’s development begins only when he/she is accepted at home. These thoughts with well conceived ideas of my friends resulted in the formation of “Ekadaksha”. I am confident that our goal of making the child an independent and responsible adult will be achieved through our combined efforts”.

5. Archana Joshi, 25 years of age, with a work experience of 3 years in the field of special education. A Commerce graduate, she has completed Diploma in special education besides M.Sc. Applied Psychology and is pursuing Art based therapy. “In the initial stages, I had no clue what I was getting into, but when I did get into it I enjoyed. Even though it can get hectic, the satisfaction derived when seeing the development of a child makes me think that the profession I have chosen is unique. A joint venture with matured, but like-minded mothers gives me an opportunity to learn more and showcase my skill which would help these children.” Bharathi Balarajan, 35 years of age and a mother of a special child. A graduate of Commerce, she has completed a Diploma in special education, and has 3 years experience of working with special children. “As mother and a special educator, I have understood that parents and educators have to work in tandem for the benefit of the child. My personal experience says that inputs from parents to teachers and vice versa has worked wonders for the child. This also helps to bridge the gap between parents and teachers. An association with my friends in starting a center helps in disseminating this idea. As in our name “Ekadaksha”, I am sure I will be able to do justice to “uniquely abled” children.”

6. The Vision A society where Children with special needs are accepted and respected for who they are. A world where they can move towards their aspirations & become independent & responsible adults.

7. The Mission  To provide children with special needs the means – to explore, express & experience.  To work hand-in-hand with the parents & other professionals who form the core of the child.  To create awareness in the society about children with special needs.

8. For the Child  Remedial, Activity based learning, Art based learning, Recommendations for other therapies. For the Parents  Communication with parents, Involving the parents, Supporting the parents. For the Society  Awareness programmes, Workshops for teachers and children.

9. Facilities Provided  1000 Sq. ft. area  Located near bus stand & railway station  Play area  Clean and safe environment  Teaching aids  Art and craft materials etc

10. Age group : 4 to 13 years Children at E kadaksha

11. Find US ekadaksha@gmail.com Phone number +91-9790912759 +91-9940676288 +91-9962569285 +91-9444781192 Address No.3, Jeth Nagar 1 st Main Road, R.A. Puram Chennai – 600028. Tamilnadu, India.

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