Health Risks:Abandoned babies are often found with severe conditions like sepsis and dehydration, or critical injuries, which require immediate medical attention.
Nutritional Deficiencies:Many infants found have low birth weight and require specialized nutritional support, without which they may not survive for long.
Ongoing Medical Needs: Persistent infections and conditions like preterm birth complications demand prolonged medical intervention.
Mental and Emotional Trauma: Abandonment and neglect can leave babies and young children emotionally scarred, leading to long-term mental health issues if not properly addressed.
How KKSS is Making a Difference:
Since 2008, Kalaiselvi Karunalaya Social Welfare Society has been an incredible force in child welfare across Tamil Nadu. Their Angel House provides not just shelter but a comprehensive care system for the abandoned children:
Emergency and Long-term Medical Care: In collaboration with Sundaram Medical Foundation, KKSS ensures every child receives the best possible start in recovery.
Nutritional Support: Essential supplies such as milk-tins and medicines are continuously required to maintain the health of thesefragile lives.
Adoption and Family Integration:While strictly following guidelines established by the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), KKSS has successfully made numerous adoptions possible, giving abandoned or surrendered children a chance at a loving family life.
Current Needs and Call for Support:
The pressing needs for KKSS include funding for:
Immediate Diagnosis and Inpatient Treatment: For newly rescued babies facing critical health issues.
Essential Supplies: Regular purchase of milk tins and medicines.
Hospital Care: Ensuring every child receives the necessary medical treatment without delay.
Impact of Your Contribution:
Your support can directly contribute to the survival and health of these vulnerable children, allowing KKSS to sustain their efforts inrescuing, treating, and nurturing abandoned babies.
Every contribution helps secure a brighter future for these young lives.