Centre for Handicapped

Centre for Handicapped The present “Centre for Handicapped” has its history as early as the year 1971. The late President of Sri Lanka Hon. R. B. Wijethunge. where possible.

The Centre for Handicapped offers free prosthetic and orthotic devices, rehabilitation services, awareness raising, business education, health camps and scholarships to physically handicapped individuals. It was then called the “Kandy Orthopedic workshop” and was funded by NIHR (National Institute of Handicapped Research) a US based organization and the Ministry of Health in Sri Lanka. With the cessation of support in 1983 the production of limbs and orthopedic appliances began to decline. It was during this time that the Colombo Friend Iin Need Society came into the picture to share its experience and expertise in this particular field. From then on the Kandy orthopedic workshop came to be known as “Colombo Friend in Need Society Kandy Branch.” The Society had changed its location a couple of times due to financial and administrative constraints. It was only in the year 1992 that the Kandy Branch had a permanent location at No 228, Digana Road, Kundasale. Premadasa provided a piece of state land on long lease. NORAD funded the building and the Rotary Club of Kandy together with the International Rotary movement and Rotary Clubs in Sweden & USAID helped in establishing the workshop, wards & office. The Centre was declared open on the 26th September 1992 by the then Prime Minister Hon D. In the year 2001 the Kandy Branch withdrew itself from the Colombo Friend in Need Society and established its own identity as the “Centre for Handicapped”. To date nearly 7,500 amputees from various parts of the country and from different walks of life have benefited from CFH’s limb programme. There has been a gradual increase in quality as well as quantity in many aspects like fabrication of limb, technology used, organizational management, income generation etc. From the traditional Aluminum Jaipur type limb the Centre graduated to HDPE exoskeleton and composite endoskeletal limbs. Technicians have been sent to India for a five-month training programme to learn the fabrication of HDPE Exoskeletal limbs. A team of expatriate Prosthetic & Orthotic professionals from India assist in the fabrication of Endoskeletal limbs. The whole concept of fabricating the HDPE exoskeletal limbs has been changed and a professional flavour added to it for the benefit of the user. The stores have been completely revamped and an appropriate system adapted for issuing of materials. The building has been renovated to include a physiotherapy unit. Patients who come from far off places are provided with transit facilities along with food, all given free of charge. Transport facilities are provided to patients who find it difficult to reach us. The center has also engaged itself in the distribution of mobility equipment on a smaller scale. Moreover the members of the board have been helping the patients in various ways by providing self-employment opportunities etc.

CFH has partnered with Sri Lanka Sumitrayo Kandy to support its clients' mental well-being. SLS offers emotional assista...
24/09/2025

CFH has partnered with Sri Lanka Sumitrayo Kandy to support its clients' mental well-being. SLS offers emotional assistance to those who feel overwhelmed and believe that life is a burden.🧡

Behind every symbol is a life full of strength and resilience. Disability isn’t a weakness, it’s society’s barrier that ...
23/09/2025

Behind every symbol is a life full of strength and resilience. Disability isn’t a weakness, it’s society’s barrier that disables. True inclusion means visibility, respect, and belonging. Let’s build a world where everyone is seen, heard and valued.

වෙනදා මෙන් නැවතත් පියවර තබන්නට මිතුරෙකු වාගේ ළගින් . 🧡
20/09/2025

වෙනදා මෙන් නැවතත් පියවර තබන්නට මිතුරෙකු වාගේ ළගින් . 🧡

Inclusion isn’t about making space; it’s about making everyone feel like they already belong. A crutch shouldn’t cancel ...
19/09/2025

Inclusion isn’t about making space; it’s about making everyone feel like they already belong. A crutch shouldn’t cancel a childhood and a broken bone shouldn’t break a spirit. Let’s build a world where no one is left on the sidelines.

Jolly Youngsters: Celebrating every smile, every embrace, and every unforgettable moment with our little stars who shine...
18/09/2025

Jolly Youngsters: Celebrating every smile, every embrace, and every unforgettable moment with our little stars who shine in their own special way. ✨🧡

Health Today, Hope Tomorrow! 🌿The Centre for Handicapped, together with the Rotary Club of Kandy, continues its mission ...
18/09/2025

Health Today, Hope Tomorrow! 🌿
The Centre for Handicapped, together with the Rotary Club of Kandy, continues its mission under Global Grant 2463724 with the theme “Prevention of Diabetes.”
On 15th September 2025, our fifth Diabetes Prevention Awareness Program was held at Sangamitta Girls’ School, Matale. 💙 Students learned how adopting healthy habits can safeguard their future, while teachers benefited from our special health clinic designed to support their wellbeing.
Together, we’re not just spreading awareness—we’re shaping healthier tomorrows, one step at a time! 🌸

17/09/2025
මේ සැරේ ඔයාට ඇවිදින්න අත දෙන්න මගේ හයියට CFH ඉන්නවා🧡நீங்கள் நடப்பதற்கு இம்முறை CFH நாம் கைகள் கோர்க்கிறறோம் 🧡Every step ...
15/09/2025

මේ සැරේ ඔයාට ඇවිදින්න අත දෙන්න මගේ හයියට CFH ඉන්නවා🧡

நீங்கள் நடப்பதற்கு இம்முறை CFH நாம் கைகள் கோர்க்கிறறோம் 🧡

Every step matters. Every hand extended makes a difference. ❤️

The members of the Goonathilake family made a truly meaningful contribution in loving memory of their late parents Mr. M...
13/09/2025

The members of the Goonathilake family made a truly meaningful contribution in loving memory of their late parents Mr. M.A Goonathilake, the founder Chairman of the KandyTyre House (pvt) ltd, Magcity (pvt) ltd, Mr. Paint (pvt).ltd, CARs (pvt).ltd and Mrs. Manel Goonathilake.❤️ They generously donated eight above-knee prosthetic limbs to deserving recipients who could not afford them.

This donation is not merely a gift—it is life-changing gesture, It restores not only mobility, but also hope, dignity, and joy to the lives of these individuals and their families.🌸

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Goonathilake family and to all who supported this noble initiative.🙏💐

13/09/2025

Fifty differently abled farmers from the Jaffna District took part in our special training program on agriculture, livestock, business development, and marketing. The program focused on strengthening skills, enhancing knowledge, and building confidence to improve their livelihoods and create sustainable futures. 💪🌾🐄📈

Together, we are planting the seeds of growth and success! 🌟

Health Today, Hope Tomorrow! 🌿The Centre for Handicapped, together with the Rotary Club of Kandy, is conducting a series...
11/09/2025

Health Today, Hope Tomorrow! 🌿
The Centre for Handicapped, together with the Rotary Club of Kandy, is conducting a series of awareness programs under Global Grant 2463724 on the theme “Prevention of Diabetes.”
On 10th September 2025, our Diabetes Prevention Awareness Program reached Maussawa Maha Vidyalaya. Students discovered how healthy habits can protect their future, while teachers took charge of their wellbeing through our special health clinic.
Together, we’re not just raising awareness—we’re saving futures, one step at a time. ✨

🚰 A new wave of hope for Maussawa Maha Vidyalaya! 🚰For a long time, the students and staff of this incredible school fac...
10/09/2025

🚰 A new wave of hope for Maussawa Maha Vidyalaya! 🚰

For a long time, the students and staff of this incredible school faced the daily challenge of accessing clean water. But from today onwards, that struggle is history!

We are overjoyed to announce the successful installation of a safe drinking water system, a project made possible through the powerful partnership with Centre for Handicapped with Rotary clubs of Kandy and Canterbury.

Today, we officially opened the system and witnessed the joy of clean, flowing water. This isn't just about infrastructure; it's about health, dignity, and giving these deserving students a better environment to learn and grow.

Here's to a brighter, healthier future for the next generation in Maussawa! 💧

Address

228, Digana Road, Kundasale
Kandy
20168

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 08:00 - 14:00

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+94812420721

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