Disha Centre for Autism & Developmental Disabilities

Disha Centre for Autism & Developmental Disabilities To be a world-class, state-of-the-art institution that provides all services under one roof to help children with special needs Mrs. In 1999, Mrs.

About Disha
Autism was first described more than 60 years ago. Yet, a vast majority of people, including medical and educational professionals, are still unaware of how autism affects individuals. They struggle to find an answer to how to effectively support and interact with individuals with autism. Prabha Mehta, a writer, academician and social activist, recognized the same struggle of parents a

nd individuals in Vadodara as also the urgency to provide a solution for this struggle. Mehta along with a team of committed professionals laid the foundation of Disha Charitable Trust– an Information, Guidance and Referral Centre to serve persons with disabilities and their families. A year later, Disha Special School and Autism Centre was established. True to its name, Disha provides a direction, hope, and a channelized path to persons with disabilities by delivering need based services. DISHA is one of the premiere institutions of India providing comprehensive and wide range of services to children with Autism, Down’s Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Speech and Hearing Impairment and multiple disabilities through its following programs:

Disha Special School & Autism Centre
Community Based Rehabilitation
Pre-vocational & Vocational Training
Online counseling of children with Autism from cities and towns in India and abroad
Parent-child program for families from other cities
At, Disha, we understand that while it isn’t possible to “outgrow” or to be “cured” of developmental disabilities such as autism, symptoms can be lessened and skills can be acquired with proper support and therapies. We provide support in recognizing the unique capacities of individuals and help them develop the ability to make eye contact, show affection, smile, laugh, and build communication skills. In doing this, we also spread hope to hundreds of families in need. All activities of Disha Charitable Trust are steered by a dedicated and fully empowered Board of Management headed by Mr. Naresh Kumar, Former Chairman/Director of Co-operatives and PSUs. The Board ensures good governance, transparency, accountability and selfless service to the society in all affairs of the organization. At Disha, we work in partnership with parents, professionals, like-minded organizations and the community at large, to help children with special needs to lead a more independent and meaningful life.

Honouring the legacy of Prabha ji on her punyatithi, whose vision laid the foundation of excellence and purpose at Disha...
09/05/2026

Honouring the legacy of Prabha ji on her punyatithi, whose vision laid the foundation of excellence and purpose at Disha. We shall carry your legacy forward with pride.

With the Report Reading Session, we successfully concluded the Academic Session and began our Summer Break. Parents were...
02/05/2026

With the Report Reading Session, we successfully concluded the Academic Session and began our Summer Break. Parents were pleased with the progress of their children and had a meaningful conversation with our Therapists and Special Educators about the way forward. We take great pride in seeing parents happy. This is our most significant accomplishment.

Today, the Disha Centre for Autism & Developmental Disabilities observed Refreshing Fruit Salad Day. The centre procured...
30/04/2026

Today, the Disha Centre for Autism & Developmental Disabilities observed Refreshing Fruit Salad Day. The centre procured a variety of fruits like kiwi, banana, orange, sweet lime, apple, watermelon, and muskmelon. With the assistance of their teacher, the children enthusiastically participated in making fruit salad and then enjoyed eating it, perceiving it as a culinary delight. This activity aided the children in acquiring knowledge about diverse fruits, textures, and tastes. It was a day well spent. Disha Centre for Autism & Developmental Disabilities

After a successful workshop for 'Women Empowerment' three women were given Sewing Machines and three were given Beauty P...
30/04/2026

After a successful workshop for 'Women Empowerment' three women were given Sewing Machines and three were given Beauty Parlour Kits. Thanks to Unitedway of Baroda for supporting Disha for this project and thanks to Ms. Neelam Acharya for doing the honours. We hope these women will be empowered after this.

Under the project 'The Smiles We Spread' Gujarat Refinery Executive Director Mr. Biplob Biswas, Mr. Sunil Kumar Sinha Ex...
29/04/2026

Under the project 'The Smiles We Spread' Gujarat Refinery Executive Director Mr. Biplob Biswas, Mr. Sunil Kumar Sinha Executive Director Core group , Mr. Manoj Gawande Deputy General Manager Learning & Development , Ms. Ciny Philip, Deputy General Manager Corporate Communication & Corporate Social Responsibility along with other concerned officials visited Disha and interacted with the children. Their gift of a Tablet for Speech Therapy and School Bags with Stationery for each child brought Smiles on their faces.
Disha Parivar thanks them for this gesture of theirs .

Second segment of Heartfulness session. Thanks to Ms. Pooja Agha for helping us in our journey of wellness.
25/04/2026

Second segment of Heartfulness session. Thanks to Ms. Pooja Agha for helping us in our journey of wellness.

Disha's children had a wonderful experience of participating in fun activities and interacting with children from mainst...
24/04/2026

Disha's children had a wonderful experience of participating in fun activities and interacting with children from mainstream schools. Thanks to Prangan and Radha ji for organising this event with Global Inclusive Education and Brotherhood, Delhi. This student-led program is the best step taken to promote inclusivity.

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Address

62 Sampatrao Colony, Alkapuri Vadodara
Vadodara
390005

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+916352469413

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