Modified Special Wheel Chairs for Persons Affected with Cerebral Palsy

The "Modified Special Wheelchairs Scheme for Cerebral Palsy Affected Persons," initiated by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons under the Government of Tamil Nadu, addresses the specific challenges faced by individuals with cerebral palsy regarding mobility and independence. This program offers customized wheelchairs with features such as adjustable seating systems and specialized support mechanisms to enhance their functional capacity. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to inclusivity, enabling individuals with cerebral palsy to actively participate in various aspects of life, including education, employment, and social interactions. By providing tailored wheelchairs, the scheme aims to enhance their quality of life, promote their self-worth and dignity, and encourage their meaningful integration into the community, thus contributing to the creation of a more inclusive society.

• Free distribution of modified special wheel chairs.

1. The person's age should be 12 years or above.
2. The person should be affected with cerebral palsy.
3. The person should be a resident of the district/area in Tamil Nadu.

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).