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Disability Programme Expenses – Impact Assessment 2023
Year: 2023
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Community Support & Humanitarian Relief
Programme at a Glance
₹
34,890
Budget Used
1,000
Total Reach
◎
200
Direct Beneficiaries
800
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 4
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Disability Programme Expenses (2023), implemented by The Dream Welfare Society, addressed a critical but often overlooked barrier to inclusion: the maintenance gap of assistive devices for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). With a targeted budget of ₹34,890, the programme delivered micro-maintenance support to 100 PwDs through a home-based “Repair & Refill” model. At an average cost of ₹349 per beneficiary, the intervention restored mobility, reduced caregiver burden, and ensured continued participation of PwDs in education, livelihood, and community life.
Key Findings
- Minor repairs prevent loss of mobility and social exclusion
- Maintenance is as critical as distribution of assistive devices
- Extremely high Social Return on Investment (SROI) achieved
- Restored mobility directly improves education and livelihood outcomes
- Community-based repair models are scalable and sustainable
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Disability Programme Expenses – Impact Assessment 2023 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Budget | ₹ 34,890 |
| Direct Impact | 200 |
| Indirect Impact | 800 |
| Total Reach | 1,000 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Non-standardized wheelchair and assistive device spare parts
- Limited availability of specialized repair technicians
- Dependence on salvaged components for repairs
- Harsh terrain causing frequent wear and tear
Learnings
- Preventive maintenance reduces long-term repair costs
- Training beneficiaries in self-checks improves durability
- Local mechanics can be upskilled for assistive device repair
- Small investments can unlock large social impact
Methodology
- Audit of repair job cards and expenditure bills
- Before–after photographic verification of devices
- Field verification of 25% beneficiary sample
- Interviews with beneficiaries and local mechanics
- Community-level observation and interaction
Impact Analysis
- Extension of lifespan of 100 assistive devices
- Prevention of landfill waste through repair and reuse
- Reduced carbon footprint compared to new device manufacturing
Conclusion
The Disability Programme Expenses (2023) demonstrated that impactful inclusion does not require large budgets. By investing ₹34,890 in micro-maintenance, the programme restored mobility for 100 PwDs, directly improved 200 lives, and indirectly impacted 800 community members. This initiative stands as a powerful example of appropriate technology, cost efficiency, and dignity-centered service delivery.
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