Our mission and story
The Providenţa Fürsorge Association is a day care center for adults with disabilities, operating since 1994 as a unique, accredited Hungarian institution providing social services in Cluj-Napoca.
Our mission:
Protecting the dignity of persons with disabilities
Supporting their independent living
Facilitating integration into community life
Developing practical skills
Target Group:
: Adults with special needs and their relatives who are part of our day care program.
Our Story:
Established in 1994, the institution was founded through professional cooperation between special education teachers, psychologists, and social workers from Hungary and abroad (Lebenshilfe Austria, Sonderschule für geistig behinderte Kinder, Innsbruck). It was also initiated by parents of young people with intellectual disabilities attending the meetings of the Association of Faith and Light.
The institution was founded by the Essig family.
Our Objectives:
- Supporting independent living for adults with disabilities
- Promoting integration into community life
- Developing practical skills and competencies
- Increasing quality of life
- Providing education for work
Beneficiaries:
Our day care facility serves 12 adults, aged 21 to 57 years, with severe and moderate disabilities. Most have multiple impairments, including visual impairments, epilepsy, schizophrenia, and other psychological conditions. Many come from single-parent families, have retired parents with low incomes, or live in residential homes.
Professionals:
- Social workers
- Psychologist
- Special education teacher
- Art therapist
- Pastor
- Practicing students
- Volunteers
Together, we strive to create a supportive and empowering environment for all our beneficiaries.
