Ajab Singh’s world changed forever when he fell off a ladder while painting on the job. His spinal cord was damaged, and the 28-year-old spent the next year and a half lying at home with no rehabilitation. His wife and children had no idea how to care for him. Unable to support his family, Ajab sank into depression. Embarrassed by his lack of mobility and his urine bag, he did not want to see anyone outside the home. Ajab felt that no one could understand or relate to the problems he was facing. He lost all hope of a good future with his family.

Ajab’s father contacted the staff of EHA’s Anugrah disability ministry. They talked to Ajab, and he agreed to home-based rehabilitation. The staff were able to obtain a wheelchair for Ajab and they trained him in how to use it. After some time, Ajab had progressed so that he was strong enough to learn to walk with the help of a walker. Then he no longer had to depend so much on his family and began going out of his house. People from his church and neighborhood were glad to interact with him.

After many counseling sessions, Ajab realized that his life could only change if he accepted himself first. He was surprised to find acceptance from others as well. Ajab and his family were able to attend various therapy camps and family retreats held at the Anugrah Intervention Center. These events allowed Ajab to meet and share experiences with other people and families going through similar challenges in their own lives. His depression lifted.

Now Ajab has a small shop near his home, and he gets himself there to work each day. Being able to generate an income for his family has made all the difference to Ajab. He will be forever grateful to the Anugrah staff for all their work in helping him get his life back.