FAMILY WELFARE CENTRE
(Women’s Welfare Programme, Educational Support Programme for Children, K.C.B.C De-Addiction Activities etc)
Building No. 40/6573, IVth Floor, M.G. Road North End,
Ernakulam, Cochin – 35, Kerala
2352575, familywelfarecenter@yahoo.com,
In Kerala alcoholism is a deep-rooted social problem eating into the vitals of our society, especially its social, economic, cultural, moral and spiritual facets. Convinced of the gravity of the problem which threatens to disrupt our social fabric, the Kerala Catholic Bishop’s Council (KCBC) set up an Anti-Alcoholic Commission on December 4, 1998. Responding to the call of the KCBC a unit of the KCBC Anti-alcoholic Organisation (Madya Viruddha Samiti) was established in the Archdiocese has a three-tiered organizational structure consisting of Archdiocesan, Forane and Parish units. With the rapid expansion and diversification of the activities, KCBC Madya Viruddha Samiti Unit of Verapoly Archdiocese has now been brought under the umbrella of THE FAMILY WELFARE CENTRE, Archdiocese of Verapoly, for
the reason that the main thrust of the Samiti’s activities are focused on the welfare of the family, which is to be achieved through the liberation of the members of the Archdiocese from the influence of alcoholism.
The Family Welfare Centre and the Madya Viruddha Samiti function under the patronage of His Grace Archbishop Joseph Kalathiparambil. The Archbishop appoints the Director of the Samiti. The Office bearers are elected as per the Constitution of the Samiti.
The Samiti has adopted the strategy of WHO in tackling the problem of alcohol and drug addiction. The WHO strategy focuses on Demand
Reduction, Supply Reduction and Risk Reduction. Demand Reduction involves awareness – building, which may eventually lead to a reduction in demand. Supply reduction includes efforts to reduce the availability ofliquor. Risk Reduction aims at weaning away addicts and helping them take their rightful place in the mainstream of society through programmmes for rehabilitation. The activities of the Samiti are planned and executed keeping the above objectives in view.
ASHWAS CENTRE FOR COUNSELLING, PSYCHOTHERAPY & MEDIATION
Ashis Building, Marine Drive Cochin – 682 031
9562966366
Office Hours: 10.00 am – 5.00 pm (Sunday Holiday)
Ashwas Counselling Centre is organised under the Archdiocese of Verapoly for the purpose of promoting mental health through the program of treatment, training and teaching. Using multidicipline approach to the study and treatment of emotional problems, the centre provides diagnostic treatment to families and individuals who experience marital difficulties, parent – child conflicts, personal ajustment problems, vocational and social adjustment services both for children and other individuals, referral and consultation services to the clergy and others and a full range of other services. The centre stands as a resource center available for pastors and other people who are in the mental health field. Professionally trained counsellors are employed in this organization together with specialized consultants. Service is offered to the people of the Archdiocese regardless of creed, religion and economic situation.
Goals of the Centre
To resolve harmful conflicts. Many people are involved in conflict with a spouse, children, parents, teachers and employees. When it is uncontrolled, it destroys relationships. When it is controlled, it can produce positive results.
Resolve undue tensions. Most people have tensions. Our purpose of the program is to help them to resolve together anxiety and emotional stress.
To improve insight and self-understanding which will help to recognize one’s feeling.
To create better self image, To accept themselves as they are – self acceptence. To have self-actualization and self-fulfillment
To release internal resources through support and encouragement – to help people to actualize their resources, talents.
Fasten continued growth, to help to attain new levels of behavior.
NAVAJEEVAN ANIMATION CENTRE
Koovappady P.O. Thottuva, Pin- 683544
8281142400, 9400965599
The Archdiocese of Verapoly has opened a place for spiritual awakening and anointing of the soul. The renovated Navajeevan Animation Centre on the banks of the scenic Periyar River is ready to be a place for revitalization for all. It was built during the reign of Late Archbishop Most Rev. Dr. Daniel Acharuparambil and now 17 years later Archbishop Joseph Kalathiparambil has renovated Navjeevan Animation Centre for spiritual rejuvenation and meditation. Rev. Fr. Joseph Vibin Choothamparambil, the Director and Team lead the retreats for Priests, Religious and Laity as per the fixed schedule. Let us earnestly pray for the fullness of the Holy Spirit so that the anointing of the
Word of God is filled in the lives of all who visit Navajeevan Animation Centre.
Program schedule
Life Renewal Retreat in the first week of every month from Friday 4.30 PM to Sunday 4.30 PM
Retreat for Priest and Religious in the second week of every month from Sunday 4.30 pm to Friday 8.30 am
Retreat for the Youth in the fourth Sunday of every month from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
One Day Retreat Every Second Saturday from 9.30 am to 3.00 pm