Civic & Social Organization - T'bilisi, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Georgia
In 2001, AISI Rehabilitation and Social Adaptation Center was established in Tbilisi, Georgia, with the joint efforts of Prof. Givi Chikobava, MD, PhD, Director of the Clinic Gidmedi, his colleagues and friends. The center started fully operating in 2004.Our mission is to promote social inclusion and quality of life enhancement of people with disabilities through education, employment, physical rehabilitation and raising public awareness. In September 2013, AISI Center relocated to the new building offering a full range of services to children and adults with disabilities (physical and mental disorders):• Early identification; Assessment, treatment, medical and social rehabilitation from 0 to 5 years;• Promoting inclusive education for 6 to 14 years;• Prior professional training from 14 to 18 years;• Employment in open and closed markets over 18 years.The facilities and activities offered at the center: a greenhouse, a small farm, kitchen, art therapy sessions and workspaces, a swimming pool, an outdoor sports field, a gym, drama, music and drawing classes, etc.The center currently has 85 beneficiaries.