Rafa Home for Boys

A home for vulnerable boys with special health needs

Rafa Home for Boys was created to help boys with special health needs who come from difficult backgrounds, giving them a nurturing childhood in a safe & loving environment. Some of the boys are orphans; others have family members who have not been in a position to care for them.

As they move into young adulthood upon turning 18, the boys graduate from Rafa Home. Some reconnect with relatives; some go on to further study or employment. Many of the graduates continue to stay in touch with one another and with the home parents who raised them.

Rafa Home for Boys receives new children as assigned by the Child Welfare Committee, Department of Women and Child Development, Government of NCT of Delhi.

The Story of Rafa Home for Boys

Our approach

Our live-in home parents and volunteers provide a loving and engaging home environment. Most of our boys are enrolled in an English Medium private school, while some avail of NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling).

The boys receive free medical check-ups and care from a government hospital. Some need counseling and support to handle emotional outbursts and feelings of loneliness and rejection. Home parents play a vital role here, and in some cases professional psychiatrists and counselors are involved.

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We Provide...

Education

Life Skills Training

Medical Care

Counselling

Nutrition

Recreation

Career Exposure

Mukesh's

Story

Mukesh* came to Rafa Home for Boys at a very young age after his parents died. After being taught to read by a New Generation Trust team member, he did well in school. A volunteer taught him to type and imparted a love for computers. Still another volunteer helped him learn to control his anger.

A natural leader, Mukesh grew into the role of “big brother” and showed concern for younger boys in the home. He could often be found cracking jokes when not engrossed in study. His presence brought stability to others.

After completing Class XII Mukesh graduated from Rafa Home and gained a residential internship in another city. Before leaving, he spoke from his heart at his graduation celebration, saying, “I’m so thankful for all I received and learned while at Rafa Home.” ❦

Sunny's Story

Sunny* is a teenage boy whose parents died when he was small. Sunny had a difficult early childhood and he faced violence at the hands of his classmates. When he was still very young, he was sent to us as his relatives were unable to take care of him.

When he first came to Rafa Home for Boys he used to have severe mood swings, and it took a long time for him to start feeling secure and at home.

Sunny received therapy from a children’s mental health organisation for a number of years, and he has progressed in being able to articulate and express himself.

Sunny now enjoys life with the other boys and takes part in all the activities of the home. He receives regular individual counseling and has good relationship with the home parents. He has said he wants to become a policeman in the future. ❦

*All names have been changed to maintain privacy

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