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Children who are afflicted with severe mental and physical impairments abound in all communities. They are however seldom catered for by schooling institutes or special care units and therefore become neglected and deprived of the care and stimulation that they require. Believing that these unique individuals cannot progress and learn, cannot be further from the truth and its for this reason that in Roodepoort, parents of children with special needs have formed Pathways Roodepoort, which is a stimulation centre for children with severe mental and physical impairments Pathways Roodepoort is a non profit organization which officially opened in February 2005 and is currently renting a house in Wilropark. Pathways caters for children suffering a variety of serious conditions such as severe brain damage (Cerebral Palsy), Chromosome Disorders, Developmental Delay, Autism and Self Injurious Behaviour. Not only is Pathways Roodepoort a facility which provides a schooling environment specially geared for children with severe disabilities, but it is also a training facility for trainee carers who are taught under the guidance of the Pathways Roodepoort principal, as well as the Physiotherapist, the appropriate stimulation for children with serious disabilities. The training program covers all aspects of handling and working with the children and once the trainees have gained the necessary grounding they are considered for permanent employment to grow the Pathways staff compliment. Volunteer professionals, such as Speech therapists, Occupational therapists, Physiotherapists and Teachers also assist Pathways staff members with advice and practical guidance in designing appropriate stimulation and therapeutic programs for each child. Pathways aims to expand and extend it services in order to accommodate all children in our community, as well as provide a life long place of stimulation, pleasure and opportunity. Vision
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