CADRRE

The Centre for Autism and other Disabilities Rehabilitation Research and Education (CADRRE) is a not-for-profit organization founded in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, with the aim of transforming the lives of children affected with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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Parent Testimonials

“Words alone cannot express our gratitude for all the time the whole CADRRE team has
spent with our naughty little girl. All of the love, time and long hours your team invested in
Zaara has brought about a lot of change each and every day. We feel she has become more
confident in learning new things. We feel blessed that she got a chance to enroll in CADRRE.
Academically the team is creating superstars out of each of their students. Thank you so
much for everything you do each and every day. We are sure she will always look back at this
time in her life very fondly and remember CADRRE as one of her most important mentor

– With bouquets of gratitude from parents and grandparents of Zaara

“This year, owing to pandemic, CADRRE introduced online classes for our kids. Initially I
was skeptical of how effective this initiative would be for my son , but as we transitioned by
session after session, I realized I couldn’t have been more grateful to this idea of online
classes.The structured program, individualized attention, coordinated effort from all staff members
including teachers, therapists and psychologists has really helped my son throughout the year
and we could see a notable progress in him. Besides the transparency, flexibility and support
that I received from each and every professional has really helped me as a parent to be more
confident to cope and deal with any problems whether it be behavioral or learning issues.
Thanks to the entire team of CADRRE who are committed to helping not only the child but
parents too. Thank you for all you do. ”


– Aditya Menon’s mother

The last academic year with only online classes were a bit of a challenge for Joel and us in the
beginning. He later adjusted and started cooperating for the sessions.
The streamlined resources and the relentless effort by the teachers helped making him more
involved in the sessions. Joel surely missed going to school and seeing his teachers and friends.
I hope that this current situation changes and Joel can enjoy his school days once more.”

-Joel’s father

My son Mahadevan (Mahi)) who is 6 years now, is a student of CADRRE from October 2018. I would like to take
this prospect to thank the teachers for their continuous care, support, collaboration, and most importantly patience. We have witnessed substantial and exponential development in Mahi.He is so blessed to have teachers
like you all and I feel exceptionally.obliged to have my son studying in CADRRE,Thanks,for your endurance quality,care,enthusiasm, diligent efforts and passion you provide every day."No words can describe how thankful I and my husband are to have Mahi to be part of the CADRRE family, under the diligent teachers,who provides sessions on academics, therapies for sensory issues, yoga,music,ayurveda all under one roof.It was a good experience when the online class started because of this pandemic situation, which helped Mahi & myself with educational programs, guidance interaction with each teacher you have arranged to improve with individual sessions, through which I was able to experience the difference in Mahi.Daily Assembly made Mahi accustom to a routine time table, and help create a bond with other students & teachers who were so helpful, full of support and encouragement, which brings confidence in me. "It gives us an immense sense of achievement that our son is with CADRRE. I am glad that we took this decision. It is imperative to stay positive and I am glad that our son is in such an amazing environment that fosters a positive attitude. I trust CADRRE will be recognized by more and more people as one of the best education providers.

– Mahadevan’s mother

Sreehari was diagnosed Autistic at the age of 2 years. Like most of the parents we were not in a position to admit the fact that he is autistic. Our next goal was to identify therapists and started Speech therapy, Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy etc. Several therapists worked towards improving his speech, behaviour and sensory issues etc. Some improvements were there, but as parents we were not fully satisfied, because we felt that something is missing.Finally we realised that the missing factor was the most important aspect i.e. a holistic approach. How can we expect much from several therapist working inside closed rooms without any co-ordination/discussion, and at times pointing fingers to others for some flaws. This realisation and further search took us to CADRRE. Sreehari joined CADRRE at the age of 5yrs in CADRRE’s first batch Admission to 'The Autism School' itself was our way of accepting that our child is Autistic.

At CADRRE, parents are not persons waiting outside closed therapy rooms. We have access to what is happening every moment in school. Now amidst covid pandemic, while attending individual online classes with Sreehari, we also learn how to teach him and to tackle different situations or mood swings. The online sessions also provided us an insight about the strenuous efforts taken by the therapists in identifying and applying innovative methods for training our child. We thank all at CADRRE team for the efforts and strain taken by them in moulding Sreehari. Now Sreehari is 9 yrs old and he listens to us, understands our words, gestures, reciprocates our words meaningfully and improved a lot in ADL. We respect and are indebted to the uncompromising attitude of CADRRE for enabling a better life for Autistic children.

– Sreehari’s Father

“From April 2019 we were on the lookout for a school at Trivandrum for our special needs
son Madhav with Autism and came to know about CADRRE from his doctor. I still have vivid
memories of the day of his interview at CADRRE where he bit two of the teachers and a
support staff.From the moment he walked through the doors of CADRRE, he was greeted with
open arms, acceptance, patience and had a comfortable place to be himself. He was five
years old then, and was enrolled in Juniors-2. CADRRE not only focused on improving my
son’s areas of need, but also put a huge emphasis on his individual strengths. The academic
year 2020-21, even though clouded by Covid- 19, was productive for thestudents at CADRRE.
The classes were conducted online systematically on a one on one basis. Even morning assembly,
yoga and music classes were not missed. Madhav is seven years now and has completed Juniors-3.
I am proud to admit that he has become smarter, has good cognitive skills, is affectionate,
independent and well behaved. He has come a long way in academics too. I am grateful to
the incredible team at CADRRE for nurturing and educating children with special needs like
Madhav. Thankyou just doesn’t seem adequate. With love and heartfelt appreciation.

-Madhav’s mother