Help Bangsa Ria Centre for the Disabled Stay Open

Bangsa Ria is a day care centre for the disabled, that welcomes all, regardless of race, creed or age.

Mission
Bangsa Ria offers a sanctuary for the disabled, providing individualised training to push each child to the best of their abilities. Training, mental and sensory stimulation, meals, snacks, friendship and above all, loving caring is at the core of Bangsa Ria.

Description
Bangsa Ria is a day care centre for the disabled, that welcomes all, regardless of race, creed or age. It is run by Persatuan Orang Kurang Upaya Bangsa Ria KL & Sel (POKU Bangsa Ria). Located at 40, Jalan 12/14, 46200 Petaling Jaya, the centre is open on weekdays from as early as 7.30 a.m. and closes when the last child leaves by 6 p.m. Our children are aged from 6 years to 43 years. They are all ‘children’ regardless of age. Our children.

Basic info:
Founded 2006
Location 40, Jalan 12/14, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Most of Bangsa Ria children fall below the entry level upon which they can be accepted in many other centres. For instance, only one speaks with any proficiency. Two others can be understood (they are improving every day!). The rest are unable to speak, dress them selves, go to the toilet on their own, eat without help and so on. They are almost entirely dependent on others to take care of their needs. Even the three mentioned above who can communicate needs to be closely supervised.

Despite their disabilities, our children smile, laugh and share happily. They love coming to the centre. It is a place of love, caring, laughter and warmth. It is a sanctuary. It is a home where they feel comfortable and safe. And yes, those who can speak, do squabble, especially over who should wipe the tables after lunch!

Contact info:
Phone 03-7960 0560
Email bangsaria@gmail.com
Website http://bangsaria.wordpress.com/