District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC)

Name of the Scheme

District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC)

Funding by

Central Government

Eligibility criteria

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Benefits Provided

DDRCs would be funded under DDRS. Offline proposals may continue to be submitted/accepted till a separate arrangement in respect of DDRCs is made on e-Anudaan portal. Grant-in-aid to DDRC shall be released on ADVACNE cum REIMBURSMENT basis
Key Features of DDRCs are –

• Establishing DDRCs: The scheme focuses on establishing and maintaining District Disability Rehabilitation Centres in each district of India. These centers act as a one-stop destination for various rehabilitation services and facilities for PwDs.
• Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services: DDRCs offer a wide range of services that cater to the diverse needs of individuals with different disabilities. These services may include medical interventions, therapy sessions, counselling, assistive devices and aids, skill development programs, and educational support.
• Early Identification and Intervention: DDRCs play a crucial role in early identification of disabilities and providing appropriate interventions to children with disabilities. Early intervention is critical for better outcomes and overall development of children with disabilities.
• Professional Expertise: The centers are staffed with professionals and experts from various fields, such as doctors, therapists, special educators, and vocational trainers. These professionals work together to create individualized rehabilitation plans for PwDs.
• Awareness and Sensitization: DDRCs also conduct awareness programs and sensitization campaigns in the community to promote understanding and acceptance of persons with disabilities.

Collaboration and Networking: DDRCs collaborate with various governmental and non-governmental organizations to ensure the effective delivery of services and to leverage available resources for the benefit of PwDs.

Category of Scheme

Welfare Scheme

How to Apply for the Scheme

For new proposals –

• New DDRC proposal should be submitted by District Magistrate/Collector with recommendation of state government.
• Screening committee will examine all the new proposals
• After the recommendation of screening committee, Programme Division may release advance up to 50 % (recurring and non-recurring) of the estimates submitted (as per the norms) by the DDRC for the year. However, the release mechanism will follow CNA instructions, i.e 25% initial release and thereafter each time 25% release on 75% utilization Certificate along with satisfactory checklist documents and GFR requirement.
• Remaining admissible grant may be released on receipt of audited accounts & utilization certificate etc.

For ongoing proposals –

• DDRC should submit the proposal with the recommendation of District Magistrate/Collector
• Programme Division may release advance up to 75% cost (as per the norms) for the year. However, the release mechanism will follow CNA instructions, i.e 25% initial release and thereafter each time 25% release on 75% utilization Certificate along with satisfactory checklist documents and GFR requirement.
• Remaining admissible grant may be released on receipt of audited accounts & utilization certificate with state recommendation etc.

Scheme Guidelines

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Beneficiary:

The implementing agency should preferably be - District Management team (DMT) may opt to run the DDRC or Any such autonomous /semi-autonomous bodies of State Govt. or A reputed NGO with a good track record who should be capable of managing the DDRC right from its inception. The DMT through local publicity could call for proposals from the interested registered organizations and then identify the most appropriate among them. In addition to the existing mechanism, States may consider to set up a state level body/Society under the extant law to have branches in each district to run the DDRC (as implementing agency) effectively

Benefits:

As Mentioned Above