About Us

Since 1985, the Association for Rehabilitation of Handicaps and Ills — Happy Home Center has placed the human being and their abilities at the heart of its work, in the field of specialized education and rehabilitation in Saida and its surrounding areas.

Overview

An Independent, Educational, Humanitarian, Non-Profit Association

An Independent, Educational, Humanitarian, Non-Profit Association

The Association for Rehabilitation of Handicaps and Ills — Happy Home Center is an independent association with no political, religious, sectarian, or ideological affiliation. Its work focuses on education, rehabilitation, and serving persons with disabilities — particularly those with intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, and learning difficulties, as well as special mental and educational needs.

The Association believes in every person’s right to learning, rehabilitation, and the development of their abilities, and to living with dignity and participating in society.

Children, young adults and staff of the Happy Home community posing together outdoors
Founding & Journey

Four Decades of Work

Four Decades of Work

From the grounds of the Greek Catholic Archdiocese to a permanent home on Miyeh w Miyeh Road, the Association has carried its mission forward without interruption.

Former board members and guests around an office desk, holding commemorative plaques

1985

Founding

The Association was founded and began its activity on the grounds of the Greek Catholic Archdiocese, with the support of Father Salim Ghazal.

1990

Official Registration & Permanent Home

The Association obtained its official registration and moved to its current premises on Miyeh w Miyeh Road, opposite the Officers’ Club in Saida.

Today

An Ongoing Journey

The Association continues its work at the same premises, and looks forward to developing its programs and strengthening its role in serving persons with disabilities and their families.

Founding Members
Fr. Salim Ghazal

Founder & Supporter

Sister Nabiha Afif

Founder

Lawyer Mustafa Saleh

Founder

Mr. Mohammad Assi

Founder

Dr Badreddine Ghazzaoui

Surgeon & Founder

Vision & Mission

What We Aspire To, and How We Work Toward It

What We Aspire To, and How We Work Toward It

Our Vision

A society that respects persons with disabilities, and believes in their abilities and their right to learning, independence, participation, and living with dignity.

Our Mission

To provide specialized educational and rehabilitation services that help persons with disabilities develop their mental, social, life, and vocational abilities, and to strengthen their independence and integration into the family and society.

Our Objectives

Nine Goals That Guide Our Work

Nine Goals That Guide Our Work

  • Providing specialized education and individual rehabilitation.
  • Developing mental and cognitive abilities.
  • Developing communication and social interaction skills.
  • Teaching daily living and independence skills.
  • Providing vocational and practical training.
  • Promoting integration and community participation.
  • Supporting persons with disabilities and their families.
  • Raising awareness of the rights of persons with disabilities and combating discrimination.
  • Adopting the principles of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR).
Our Philosophy

One Principle Guides Everything

One Principle Guides Everything

“Every person has abilities that can be developed.”

That is why the Association’s programs focus on education, rehabilitation, empowerment, and independence, taking into account the abilities and needs of each beneficiary.

Education Rehabilitation Empowerment Independence
Independence & Funding

Independent, and Transparent in Our Funding

Independent, and Transparent in Our Funding

The Association is an independent, non-profit institution, not affiliated with any political, religious, or sectarian party.

  • The Association’s funding relies on the contract with the Ministry of Social Affairs in Lebanon, in accordance with the regulations in force. — Registration No. 20/A.D — 2/2/1990.

Have a Question or Want to Visit the Center?

Have a Question or Want to Visit the Center?

We would be glad to answer your questions or arrange a visit.