We’ve all fretted over what to wear, which picture looked best on our Instagram, what to eat and over so many other non-issues.
Don’t you want that occasional jolt of reality to wake you up from your privileged slumber? Let this be one.
Many children around the country, around the world, are at the mercy of countless adversities that life throws at them when they are only younglings.
As you half-heartedly stuff that last slice of pizza down your throat, there are hundreds of abandoned children out there who have very little to eat and nowhere to go. For their benefit, organisations typically referred to as orphanages have sprung up.
Not that you have your fair share of problems, but visiting children at these places and maybe contributing your bit towards making their lives better could be life-changing for you.
So, here we have compiled a list of the top 10 orphanages in Hyderabad you should definitely drop by.
1. Don Bosco Navajeevan Child Care Centre
It was in April in the year 1998 that the Don Bosco Navajeevan Child Care Centre found the roots of its foundation. The purpose behind the setting up of this child care centre was to uphold the safety and well-being of children who have no family and no home. It is a building rising up to 3 stories and currently has five active centres.
Services offered
- Education
- Medical aid
- Round-the-clock shelter
- Vocational training
- Psycho-social service
- Peer education
- Referral services
- Inter-state visits to gain exposure
- Non-institutional care
- Internships
- Career advice
Reviews
- It’s a good organisation to promote the welfare of children.
- The authorities are doing a great job
Timings: Open 24 hours
Address: 11-6-472, Devi Bagh, Bazar Ghat, Nampally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500001
Contact number: (+91) 9152211904
2. Aman Vedika
Aman Vedika is a non-profit organization that aims to uplift the well-being of children. This orphanage lends a helping hand to those children who still remain suppressed within the vaults that curb their freedom. They aim to get all of us to collaborate and motivate each other to bring about social change and prioritize the welfare of children.
Services offered
- Complete health check-up
- Formal education
- Child-specific care
- Vocational training
- Skill development
- Career advice
Reviews
- Wonderful place and amazing work
- Would definitely drop by again to remind me of all that really matters in the world
Timings: Open 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday.
Address: 1-4-792, Musheerabad Main Rd, Musheerabad, Zamistanpur, Kavadiguda, Hyderabad, Telangana 500025
Contact number: 07569002475
3. Cherish Foundation
Everyone deserves to have a good and memorable childhood. In an effort to make orphaned children feel just as part of the society as any of us, Cherish Foundation was set up. It’s a charitable trust housing children from the age of 7 to 19 years old. Opportunities for learning and development are extended here to every child.
Services offered
- Development of skills in physical, spiritual, emotional, creative and intellectual areas
- Formal education
- Health facilities
Reviews
- Amazing environment
- Wonderful place to spend time with kids
- The owner takes special care of each child and makes sure that everyone is well-fed
- You’ll always get a warm welcome here
Timings: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Address: 7-27, Opposite. V.S. Reddy Gardens chengicherla Road, Medipalli, Hyderabad, Telangana 500098
Contact number: 098497 70988
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4. Care Warriors Foundation
This organisation was set up in 2010 and continues its relentless pursuit of bringing into its folds every child who is deprived of the privilege to gain access to basic necessities. Here, every child is treated equally and taken good care of.
Services offered
- Education
- Medical check-up
- Fulfillment of dietary requirements
Reviews
- You’ll love the place and the kids there
- The caretakers are doing a wonderful job managing this place
Timings: Open 24 hours
Address: Shivaji Statue, Turkayamjal X Roads, Hyderabad, Telangana 501510
Contact number: 095331 25448
5. Jesus saves ministries
This orphanage was set up in the year 2007 by Suneel Vindurthi along with his family. Its aim is to nurture children without any compromises on quality and standards. The team comprising of well-trained personnel is doing a lot to uplift the status of children.
Services offered
- Education
- Skill development
- Health facilities like clean water and sanitation
- Accommodation
- Moral and emotional support
Reviews
- Excellent place
- They are wonderful beings for doing so much for underprivileged children
Timings: Open 24 hours
Address: Plot no. 158, Srinivasa Nagar Colony, Gandhamguda, Hyder Shah Kote, Hyderabad – 500091
Contact number: (+91)-040-29700982, 8885580988, 8885580388, 8885581388
6. Save next generation
Save next generation was established in 2016 recognizing the dire need to shift the focus to the problems faces mainly by the underprivileged sections of the society. Acknowledging the hardship that destitute are having to battle is the first step towards heralding any significant transformation in their lives. This orphanage welcomes the poor as well as abandoned children who are left to fend for themselves at a very tender age.
Services offered
- Education
- Vocational training
- Good food and other facilities
- General medical check-up
Reviews
- It’s a great place
- Even celebrations take place here and add to the happiness all around
Timings: Open 24 hours
Address: Bunglow 7, Lane-15, HT Rd, Near Balaji Hospital, Panchsheel Enclave, Alwal, Secunderabad, Telangana 500010
Contact number: 077999 44888
7. Laalana welfare organisation
They specify targets for each of them so that they have something they can strive towards achieving. The ultimate goal is to spawn a group of individuals who’ll turn out to be role models for us in the future.
Services offered
- Education
- Health check-up
- Peaceful environment
- Food and clothing
- Promotion of cultural activities and street plays
Reviews
- It’s a very well-maintained orphanage
- I had a good experience here
- The orphanage takes good care of the children and the food is also nice
Timings: Open 24 hours
Address: 2-1-629, Lalitha Nagar, Nagole, 12-1-629, Nagole – Bandlaguda Rd, Lalitha Nagar, Nagole, Hyderabad, Telangana 500068
Contact number: 073969 27222
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8. Sphoorti Foundation
Sphoorti Foundation is a non-profit organization set up for the purpose of releasing children from a terrible childhood that could chain them to an eternal feeling of abandonment and loneliness. This orphanage is located in Dundigal in Hyderabad and houses over 150 children. They are also acting as sponsors to help out around 200 children.
Services offered
- Education
- Healthcare
- Vocational and practical skills
- Recreation
- Promotion of sports activities / Games
Reviews
- Great place and the facilities available are also pretty good
- Children are motivated to be achievers here and there’s a general level of optimism
- Serene surroundings away from the bustle of the city
It’s amazing to know how well they’re managing this oorganization
Timings: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM everyday
Address: Survey No. 324, Dundigal Village, Gowdavelli-Dundigal Rd, Telangana 500043
Contact number: 099595 59022
9. Care and love orphanage
This orphanage was established in the year 2005 by Mr. Nuthan Pasala. He had left a lucrative job after being moved by the plight of orphaned and abandoned children languishing in the streets of Hyderabad. Most of the staff who work here are also destitute who don’t have a home to return to. There are around 40 children living under its roof. The orphanage plans to expand so that in the future, they’ll be able to buy a school bus for easier transportation to their schools and to construct a much bigger facility that can comfortably house the children.
Services offered
- Formal education
- Basic necessities like food and clothing
- Holistic development
Reviews
- This place is neatly maintained
- Wonderful place and they’ve done a good job running this initiative
- It felt really nice meeting the children here
- Visiting this orphanage was a life-changing experience and helped me appreciate the little things in life
- The children are so joyful and happy despite having been through so much and that touched me a lot
- Everyone is educated and talented and I had a good time here
- Being around such energetic and positive children made me so happy
- The children are well provided for and supported
- The food is hygienic and the staff was also nice
Timings: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Address: Ridge School, Plot No. P-64, H. No. 5-2-67 Mahadevapuram, Gajularamaram Rd, Hyderabad, Telangana 500055
Contact number: 096521 21221
10. Sri Keerthana Foundation
It’s a non-profit organization that works tirelessly to give meaning to the lives of hundreds of orphaned children and elderly people. It was set up in the year 2000 and also supports mentally challenged children. It’s located in Hastinapuram in Hyderabad and houses around 110 members.
Services offered
- Education of the orphans
- Shelter for children as well as senior citizens
- Healthcare
- Food
Reviews
- It houses not just children but elderly people as well and everything is wonderfully managed.
- The children very well-mannered
- It’s one of the biggest orphanages in Hyderabad and is doing a great job
- With their limited resources, the work they do is commendable
- Spending time here has given me some unforgettable memories
Timings: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Address: Plot no. 189 Venkateshwara colony B.N.Reddy, Nagarjuna Sagar road, Hasthinapuram Central, Laxmi Narashima Puram Colony, Hastinapuram, Hyderabad, Telangana 500079
Contact number: 098495 44533
