Amogh Centre
Most autism services end at 18. Amogh starts there. Their weaving centre, Dreamweaves, and sheltered workshop, Ananya, give neurodiverse adults something rare in this city: a place to go each day that expects their contribution and values their work.
Community submission. Amogh Trust provides inclusive education and skill development for neurodiverse adults (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their programmes include Pragati (work-from-home livelihood opportunities), Ananya (sheltered product-making workshop), and Dreamweaves (a weaving centre). Currently supports around 34 adults with intellectual disabilities in productive, dignified work. Located on Hosa Road near Electronic City.
Services
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Featured by Bangalore International Centre B.Cause programme. Livelihood model with three distinct work streams.
Good to know
Serves adults 18+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Located near Electronic City — one of the few services in south-east Bangalore for adults.
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