The Al-Hussein Society for the Habilitation/Rehabilitation of the Physically Challenged (AHS)

The Al-Hussein Society for the Habilitation/Rehabilitation of the Physically Challenged (AHS) is an educational, vocational and therapeutic NGO dedicated to providing comprehensive habilitation/rehabilitation services to physically challenged individuals, with the emphasis on children, irrespective of their socio-economic status, ethnicity, religion and sex. Since its founding in 1971, AHS has expanded its programs to become a major provider of comprehensive services to the physically challenged of Jordan through its in-house and outreach programs. AHS hosts and networks with other societies in an effort to serve a maximum number of people with different challenges as effectively and efficiently as possible.

To learn more about this NGO, go to www.alhusseinrehab.org.jo

Habitat for Humanity Jordan

Habitat for Humanity Jordan (HFHJ) began its work in 2001 and is currently working in four rural villages, where the average family consists of seven children. HFHJ is also working in three urban communities. Houses are made of cement blocks, with the largest measuring 55 sq. meters. Families contribute an average of $1,000 USD towards their own house, through voluntary labor and donated materials. Each new house brings greater opportunities for families to lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

To learn more, go to http://www.habitat.org/intl/ame/104.aspx

Holy Land Institute for the Deaf

The Holy Land Institute for the Deaf was founded in 1964 to provide rehabilitation, education, vocational training and other occupational-related services to deaf and disabled people. To accommodate this need, the HLID runs a large boarding house which provides accommodations for 120 students. HLID assists deaf and disabled students in becoming mature, self-reliant, well-integrated and meaningful members of society. Today, the institute is a thriving school, providing an audiology center, vocational training opportunities and a teacher-training program for instructors throughout the Middle East. It enables and equips special education students for inclusion and participation in their families, jobs and civic societies. During the past five years, 1,000 trainees have attended the training institute for disabled instruction.
 
Contact information:
Brother Andrew L. de Carpentier C.D.C
Director
P.O. Box 15
Salt, 19110
Jordan
Tel: (+962 5) 355 49 53 Email: HLID@go.com.jo