Dom Pomocy Społecznej w Czarnowąsach
Opole, Poland
About
Dom Pomocy Społecznej w Czarnowąsach is a faith-based organisation based in Opole, Poland working on disability, children & youth, health.
Dom Pomocy Społecznej in Czarnowąsy, near Opole, Poland, is a long-term residential social care home run by the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Jadwiga. It provides round-the-clock care, nursing, rehabilitation, occupational and art-sport therapy, psychological support, education and religious life to children, young people and adults with moderate, severe or profound intellectual disabilities, with a focus on girls and young women. The home operates in a former monastery complex, which has been restored in stages with support from public bodies. Residents take part in regional and national Special Olympics events and community activities. Families are encouraged to stay in contact with residents.
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Świetlica
Disability
Day room activities for residents, including games, reading, music, crafts, outings and group events, held three times a week. Opened in September 2012.
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Health
Horse-riding therapy for residents, using horses to restore health and physical function, with social rehabilitation elements and Special Olympics equestrian competition.
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Ministerstwo Kultury i Dziedzictwa Narodowego, Gmina Dobrzeń Wielki, Powiat Opolski, Energia z Serca, Tchibo, Orange, Elektrownia Opole
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