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In
1999, with help from the Singapore Corporation of Rehabilitative
Enterprises (SCORE), the Hindu Endowments Board set up The Ashram,
a halfway house to rehabilitate and reintegrate into society Indian
substance abusers.
At
the Ashram’s supportive environment, its residents receive
emotional and spiritual guidance through a number of quality programmes.
These residents are also equipped with skills to allow them to be
gainfully employed. |
Ashram residents are encouraged to attend classes to learn more
about the religion they practice and attend yoga and meditation
classes for better control of their minds and bodies. In addition
to being taught how to be financially prudent, arrangements are
made for them to embark on home based jobs. SCORE’s job placement
unit helps with securing appropriate jobs for the residents. |
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Since
its inception, more than 156 persons who had succumbed to drug abuse
have been successfully rehabilitated.
In
October 2004, a banner and sticker printing machine was acquired
to engage residents in gainful employment as well as provide a source
of income for the Ashram. With its printing rates priced below prevailing
market rates, the Ashram has received a steady stream of requests
for banner production. Organizations can save up to 30% or more
in their production costs with the Ashram’s services. Those
who have engaged the services of the Ashram also enjoy the satisfaction
that they have lent a hand to a community cause. |
Members of the public can engage the services of the Ashram for
house and office removal, internal and external painting works,
landscaping and garland making. All jobs are professionally managed
and supervised by the Ashram management. Services are offered at
affordable rates without any compromise on its quality ad efficiency.
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Please contact the Ashram at tel: 67539730, 90627274 or e-mail:
ashram@singnet.com.sg for a list of services offered and rates.
Address: 30 Durban Road, Singapore 759642
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