Jordan: Rehabilitation for people w/ disabilities

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) has been supporting people with disabilities in Jordan since 2006 through a wide range of inclusive services. These include physical therapy, the provision of orthopaedic devices such as prostheses and orthoses, and the training of Jordanian healthcare professionals to strengthen the quality and sustainability of care. A core component of HI’s work is Early Childhood Development, which focuses on identifying early signs of disability and providing timely intervention to reduce the risk of complications. In addition to rehabilitation, HI promotes inclusive education, supports economic inclusion for youth and adults with disabilities, and works with government institutions to shift from institutional care to community-based support and independent living.

Ameer, a 4-year-old boy living with Down syndrome, is one of the many children benefiting from HI’s Early Childhood Development efforts. Ameer lives in Irbid, Jordan, with his parents, Mohammed and Ayat, and two older brothers. Both parents are deeply committed to Ameer's development and inclusion, striving to integrate him into a mainstream school and community life. With support from Humanity & Inclusion (HI), they’ve learned strategies to support his communication, motor, and cognitive skills, including using educational tools and facial massage techniques for speech therapy. Despite challenges like finding a school willing to accept a child with a disability and balancing the needs of all their children, they’ve found a welcoming preschool where Ameer is thriving. HI’s guidance has helped them become more confident caregivers while also carving out time for self-care and family balance.

Links:

• Humanity & Inclusion in Jordan