In February 2012 Asha Kendra Charitable Society was established. Initially, a counseling center was set up, followed by initiatives for child care, breadwinner programs and the Golden Star project for senior citizens, etc. For SD St. Joseph Province, Changanassery, the Ashakendra Social Welfare Centre acts as the central hub for coordination of the social activities of the province.
The new building of Asha Kendra was inaugurated by Very Rev.Fr.Mani Puthiyidam, Vicar of St.Mary’s Church Kudamaloor on November 28, 2023. The social welfare initiatives of the province are implemented through the Asha Kendra center.
VISION
To become God’s good news to all.
MISSION
A space of grace and fullness to rejuvenate individuals and families in the light of God’s love.
The main initiatives of the Centre:
• Counselling
• Community-based programs
• Women empowerment programs
• Child care programs
• Acupuncture clinics
• Senior citizen programs
• Social welfare activities
• Institution coordination
• Bread winner program
• Charity programs