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Twifo Ati-Morkwa Support Persons With Disabilities

The District Chief Executive of Twifo Ati-Morkwa District in the Central Region, has disbursed Thirty-FiveThous and Ghana Cedis (GH¢35,000.00) and Three (3) Deep Freezers to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) at the Assembly Hall.

Date Created : 7/22/2022 12:00:00 AM : Story Author : Ghanadistricts.com

Mr. Robert Agyemang-Nyantakyi, Mr.Dominic Akotei (DFPD, Chairperson), Miss Esther Offei (Mental Health Professional) were present.On behalf of the District Social Welfare Officer, Mr. Augustine Oteng welcomed members of the Federation to the meeting.

He then said that their meeting’s purpose was to disburse funds and items to the PWDS. He revealed that thirty-five (35) persons would each receive One-thousand Ghana Cedis (GH¢1,000.00) whilst three other members would each receive a deep freezer.

He counseled the members to make good use of there sources they receive to curb burdening their families and the society.

The Mental Health Professional,Madam Esther Offei, recommended Members with mental illnesses to seek treatmentat the nearest Health Center. She advised that persons with mental issuesfrequently sought medical attention in order to avoid spending stipends provided to them for subsistence on illnesses.Persons with Disability(s) SomeMembers presented with items

The. DCE addressing Members present Mr. Robert Agyemang-Nyantakyi,welcomed members gathered. He expressed his excitement as the membership of the Federation grew.

In addition, he encouraged members to remain positive despite their circumstances and make good use of the donations received. He discussed other programs available to support members which included, training in artisanship, providing of aids (crutches and white canes) to support members of the Federation.