HANDS Kalimpong

09/04/2026

Following the cyclone on March 16th in Kalimpong, where strong winds completely tore off the roof of the rehabilitation center, Mr. Ravi Pradhan, Administrator of Kalimpong Municipality, visited H.A.N.D.S. rehabilitation center. With deep concern, he offered assistance both personally and through his department. This noble gesture was truly appreciated, and the patients and staff were delighted to welcome him, organizing a small program themselves in his honor.

19/03/2026

A session at HANDS-Rediscovering the strength within,A powerful reminder that recovery is not just about overcoming addiction, but about reconnecting with the strength that has always been within. 🌱
Srijana kumai ,mental health professional.

24/02/2026

The coordinator attended the annual picnic organized by the Kalimpong NGO Network (KanGON), an umbrella organization of all registered NGOs in the Kalimpong district. Members eagerly anticipated this event throughout the year. Beyond being a source of recreation and entertainment, the picnic serves as a vital opportunity to strengthen bonds between the organizations, fostering unity and ensuring that they remain prepared to respond collectively to major crises or disasters—challenges that no single organization could tackle alone.

20/02/2026

The patients and staff of the rehabilitation center recently took part in their annual picnic to Reill Khola (River). This outing was a wonderful opportunity for the patients, providing them with a refreshing break from their daily routine, along with much-needed rejuvenation. These carefully planned activities help them step back, find positivity, and deepen their belief that a life free from substance abuse and alcohol is not only possible but can be fully enjoyed.

01/02/2026

Himalayan Ishai Sports Association, Kalimpong, has been consistently providing futsal training to our patients every week at the centre. Our patients eagerly look forward to these sessions, as they offer a meaningful boost to their overall sense of well-being.

29/01/2026

We at H.A.N.D.S. were truly blessed to welcome Dr. Geeta Chaudhary, a compassionate psychiatrist from Australia, who engaged with our patients, staff, and interns on mental health and addiction. We were also delighted to have Dr. Rachel Singh, a psychiatrist from New Zealand, who returned to Kalimpong with a heartfelt mission to establish a clinic for our rural communities.

During her visit, Dr. Geeta also spent quality time with several patients currently receiving psychiatric care. She has generously offered to continue video call counselling while she’s away and looks forward to visiting us again when she returns to Kalimpong in April.

27/01/2026

When a person spends many years struggling with alcohol and substance abuse, they often become isolated from social events, festivals, and family occasions, deeply engrossed in their own challenges. This disconnection can make them forget the joy and significance of these moments. To help our patients reintegrate into mainstream life, we celebrate national events, festivals, and family occasions within our center. For example, on Republic Day (26th January), our patients participated in the celebrations with the national anthem, games, sports, music, dance, and fun activities like tombola, where they won prizes such as sweets and chocolates. Through these experiences, they gradually learn to cherish and reconnect with the broader community.

26/01/2026

25/01/2026

Another awareness program was conducted at Chibo B***y in collaboration with the district administration’s Swacha Bharat Abhiyan initiative and the Glen Family Foundation. During the winter camp for children, they were once again educated on how to protect themselves from the dangers of substance abuse and alcohol dependency, under the guidance of Assistant In-Charge Mr. Mark Namchu.

24/01/2026

Mr. Mark Namchu, the Assistant Centre In-Charge participated in an awareness program focused on substance abuse and alcohol dependency at Pudung B***y. This initiative was organized in collaboration with the district administration’s ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’ and the Glen Family Foundation. The event took place during a winter camp for local children, who were highly receptive and eager to learn about these pressing issues.

21/01/2026

Centre-in-Charge, Mr. Palden Tamang, was felicitated by the Tamang community at Mayla Ground, Kalimpong, in recognition of his relentless service in helping individuals overcome substance abuse and alcohol dependency, restoring lives, families, and communities.

Congratulations, Palden. You make us truly proud.

15/01/2026

To break the daily monotony and rejuvenate our patients, we take them out for early morning walks in the open air. Today was one of those weekly morning walk days, and the patients thoroughly enjoyed the fresh breeze. This not only helps them feel refreshed but also enhances their attentiveness in classes, ultimately contributing to a more successful treatment process.