Karunya Bhavan is a leading community-based psycho-social rehabilitation center established in 2002 as a shelter for homeless people with mental illnesses. Managed by the Malankara Catholic Diocese of Pathanamthitta, the institution currently provides treatment for 50 men with psychiatric illnesses from across India. Karunya Bhavan is registered under the Travancore-Cochen Literary, Scientific and Charitable Societies Registration Act XII of 1955 and the Board of Control for Orphanages and Charitable Homes, Kerala. It is also registered under the NGO Darpan Act as of 2021.
Learn More'Truly, I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of those who are the members of my family, you did it to me.' (Matthew 25:40).
Loving and caring for the poor and helpless is the heart of God. Karunya Bhavan shares this great love of God by providing shelter and care to the abandoned, sick, and mentally challenged individuals in our society. Through the dedicated service of our staff, we bring light into the lives of those who need it most.
Our mission is to bring positive change and motivation to the lives of homeless, mentally ill individuals. We aim to provide a safe, nurturing environment where our patrons can recover and reintegrate into society with the necessary medical and psychiatric care to support their functional recovery.
Learn MoreTo be the most compassionate and effective provider of psycho-social rehabilitation by creating a homely atmosphere, offering the best treatment methods, and inspiring education for our residents.
Learn MoreAdmissions are accepted for residential care and treatment based on referrals from the Social Justice Department, Police, Panchayats, and other social activists, along with a psychiatrist's reference letter. All living facilities and psychiatric treatments are provided, with financial support through donations.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
Mental Health Practitioners: Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Social Worker, Nurse, and Occupational Therapist.
Administration Wing: Catholic Priest (Director) and Nuns.
Supportive Wing: Nurse Assistant, Office Assistant Cum Accountant, Cook, and Security Personnel.