Institution for people with disabilities in the
Canton of Vaud

Fondation Les Oliviers

Since 1976 · 11–20 empl.·4.0(48)

The core activity of the Fondation Les Oliviers is the care and support of individuals struggling with addiction problems. The company offers a stay in a type of residential home where guests are accompanied and supported to overcome their dependence. The foundation works closely with the social and medical environment of the guests and offers individual support. The costs of the stay can be covered by social insurance.

Fondation Saint-George

Since 1983 · 11–20 empl.·4.3(48)

The core activity of the Fondation St-George is the care and support of adults with intellectual disabilities, often in combination with physical or mental impairments. The organization provides a socio-therapeutic environment tailored to the individual needs of its residents, promoting their cognitive, emotional and social skills. This includes various activities such as housing, day care, therapies, cultural offers and spiritual support.

Fondation Renée Delafontaine, Institution en faveur des handicapés mentaux

Since 1964 · 11–20 empl.·4.2(16)

Fondation Renée Delafontaine, Institution en faveur des handicapés mentaux supports children, adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities. It provides specialised education, care and therapies, as well as socio-professional workshops that support learning and autonomy.

Fondation Le Relais

Since 2009 · 51–100 empl.·4.7(3)

Fondation Le Relais supports the social and professional integration of people facing difficult circumstances. Its facilities provide services including social and educational support, housing, vocational training and work-integration programmes, as well as support related to addiction and cultural and creative activities.

Fondation Simonin Foyer de la Thièle

Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(7)

Fondation Simonin Foyer de la Thièle is a psychosocial residential facility for people facing personal, family, social or professional difficulties. It provides temporary accommodation and individual support to promote autonomy and social and professional integration.

Orif, Organisation romande d'intégration et de formation professionnelle

Since 2002 · 101–500 empl.·5.0(1)

Orif, Organisation romande d'intégration et de formation professionnelle is a non-profit organisation focused on vocational training and professional integration. It supports young people and adults through services including career guidance, skills assessment, training and assistance with entering the labour market.

Fondation INDI-GO

Since 1995 · 11–20 empl.·4.2(9)

Fondation INDI-GO supports adults experiencing addiction to alcohol or other psychotropic substances. Its services include residential and outpatient support, day centres, adapted housing and activity workshops to help people in their recovery and build autonomy.

Fondation Mérine

Since 1987 · 11–20 empl.·4.2(28)

The core activity of the Fondation Mérine is to provide educational and therapeutic services for children and adolescents with special needs, particularly in the fields of pedagogy, psychology, psychomotricity and speech therapy. This also includes specialized educational offers and support services for children with learning difficulties or other challenges. The foundation operates its own school center and works closely with parents, partners and authorities to meet the needs of the children.

Fondation de Vernand

Since 1972 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation de Vernand welcomes and supports children and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or learning difficulties. Its services include early intervention, specialized education and support for adults in areas such as housing and work.

LE REPUIS

Since 1976 · 11–20 empl.·3.6(69)

LE REPUIS is a foundation providing career guidance and vocational training for people who cannot obtain training through the conventional economic system. Training takes place in companies, workshops or company partnerships, and is complemented by support for social and professional integration.

Les Eglantines

Since 1980 · 51–100 empl.

Les Eglantines provides support and accommodation for adults with physical or multiple disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, or mental health conditions. Its services include supported living, assistance at home, socially oriented workshop activities, and day-centre programmes.

Fondation Deo Gratias

Since 1987 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Deo Gratias is a Christian, interdenominational foundation that promotes social, cultural and religious activities. It operates La maison de la Rouvraie, a residential institution for adults with mental health difficulties, offering psychosocial support, assistance with daily activities and in-house workshops.

Fondation Bartimée

Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Bartimée supports adults with substance-use disorders through socio-educational and therapeutic services. Its programmes include residential and outpatient support, supervised housing, and vocational workshops that foster social and professional integration.

Clos Bercher SA

Since 1997 · 1–10 empl.

Clos Bercher SA is a medical-social facility for people with psychiatric conditions. It provides individualised support, sheltered workshops centred on an animal park, supervised housing and socio-educational assistance for residents living at home.

Fondation Coup d'Pouce

Since 1998 · 11–20 empl.·3.9(8)

Fondation Coup d'Pouce supports children and adults with disabilities or autism spectrum disorders, promoting their autonomy and personal development. Its services include support for inclusive leisure activities, experienced staff for preschool and after-school settings, and a leisure centre for people on the autism spectrum.

Fondation Gandur pour la Jeunesse

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Gandur pour la Jeunesse supports projects run by institutions to promote the development and social integration of children, adolescents and young adults. Its areas of focus include young people with disabilities, those facing difficult circumstances or with a migration background, as well as cultural and civic mediation.

GRAAP-Fondation, GRoupe d'Accueil et d'Action Psychiatrique

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.

GRAAP-Fondation, GRoupe d'Accueil et d'Action Psychiatrique supports people experiencing mental health difficulties and their relatives. The foundation offers social support, community and leisure activities, and professional activities, and promotes social connection and recovery.

COMITE ROMAND D'ORIENTATION ET D'EDUCATION PROFESSIONNELLE DES INVALIDES (CROEPI)

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.

COMITE ROMAND D'ORIENTATION ET D'EDUCATION PROFESSIONNELLE DES INVALIDES (CROEPI) supports people affected by mental illness through social counselling, supervised paid activities and recreational events. Items made in its workshops are sold in the La Lausenette social shop.

Armée du Salut Elim SA

Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.

Armée du Salut Elim SA operates a residential care facility for older people who need support and medical care. It provides long-term stays, temporary day care, and nursing and assistance around the clock.

Fondation JC GANDUR (FJCG)

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation JC GANDUR (FJCG) funds projects that promote social integration and the personal development of children, adolescents and young adults facing difficulties. Its support covers programmes for youth at risk, young people with disabilities, migrants and those with learning difficulties, as well as initiatives in cultural and civic mediation.

RAHMO

Since 2022 · 11–20 empl.

RAHMO is a professional network in the field of support and care for people with autism and intellectual developmental disabilities. The Fondation de Vernand lists RAHMO as a member organization on its website, but no separate service description for RAHMO is provided there.

Pro infirmis succursale du canton de Vaud

Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.

Pro infirmis succursale du canton de Vaud provides advisory and support services for people with disabilities, including accessibility information and referrals to specialised services. It serves as the cantonal office and counselling service for the eastern and western parts of the canton and the Lausanne urban area.

Fondation La Clairière, Chamby

Since 1983 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(10)

Fondation La Clairière, Chamby provides socio-educational and therapeutic support for young people experiencing psychological difficulties, addiction and/or social integration challenges. Its services include residential support, therapeutic activities, help with vocational integration and guidance towards greater independence.

Asile des aveugles

Since 1916 · 11–20 empl.·3.3(23)

Asile des aveugles works to support visual health through a range of eye-care and vision-impairment services. Its activities include the Jules-Gonin Ophthalmic Hospital, a nursing home, services for people who are blind or visually impaired, and a vision science research centre.

Fondation Mémise

Since 1990 · 21–50 empl.·4.3(4)

Fondation Mémise provides specialized education and pedagogical, therapeutic and socio-educational support for minors with learning difficulties. Its services include schools, residential care and a temporary care unit, as well as support with vocational guidance and integration into everyday life.

Fondation Cherpillod

Since 1950 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(6)

Fondation Cherpillod is a public-benefit foundation providing specialised education, social support and vocational integration for children, adolescents, young adults and their families. Its services include educational and social-pedagogical support, individual guidance, transition programmes and practical work activities.

Fondation STANISLAS

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(5)

Fondation STANISLAS is a medically supervised psychosocial institution for adults affected by mental health difficulties. It provides care and socio-educational support, accompanying individuals through their recovery process.

L'Alisier Sàrl

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.

L'Alisier Sàrl provides occupational therapy and vocational and social reintegration services. Its services are for adults, adolescents and children experiencing exhaustion, stress or an imbalance in their daily occupations.

Fondation Entre-Lacs

Since 2002 · 11–20 empl.·3.7(3)

The core activity of the company Fondation Entre-Lacs is to provide specialized educational and care services, including pedagogy, social and professional integration, boarding school places and temporary reception facilities for people with special needs.

insieme Vaud, Association de parents et de personnes concernées par le handicap mental

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.·4.0(12)

insieme Vaud, Association de parents et de personnes concernées par le handicap mental is an association for parents, relatives and people with intellectual disabilities. It provides advice and support to families, organises discussion groups and adapted leisure activities and holidays, and represents the interests of people with intellectual disabilities and their families to authorities and the public.

Fondation de Verdeil

Since 1983 · 101–500 empl.·3.0(6)

Fondation de Verdeil provides special education services for children and adolescents with developmental, learning, emotional or behavioural difficulties. Its services include early educational support, special schools, school-based and pre-vocational training, and temporary care.

OVA Autisme Suisse

Since 2005 · 1–10 empl.·4.2(6)

The core activity of OVA Autisme Suisse is the care and support of children with autism spectrum disorders, as well as the training and supervision of accompanying persons and professionals in this field.

Solidarité-Handicap mental

Since 2017 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(2)

Solidarité-Handicap mental is a non-profit association that defends the rights of people with intellectual disabilities and promotes their self-determination and social inclusion. It operates an advocacy service (Permanence Porte-Voix), organises supported leisure activities (Espace Libre), summer day camps (Centres Aérés), cultural outings, training courses and publishes reports and newsletters.

EMS Bru SA

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·2.7(13)

Bru is a medical, psychological and social institution specializing in the care and rehabilitation of people with addiction problems and/or psychosocial disabilities who are unable to live independently. The company's core activity includes individual care and support for residents by a multidisciplinary team, the implementation of activities and workshops to promote social and therapeutic needs, and the creation of a family-friendly and open living environment.

Fondation l'Ombelle

Since 1987 · 11–20 empl.·2.3(9)

Fondation l'Ombelle is a specialised education centre offering special education services. It supports children and adolescents with learning or school integration difficulties, as well as developmental, behavioural or personality disorders. Its multidisciplinary team develops and adapts individual support plans.

Mobi-Santé Sàrl

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

Mobi-Santé Sàrl provides transport for people with reduced mobility. Its services include medical journeys, school and institutional transport, transfers to railway stations and airports, and personal outings, using vehicles equipped for wheelchair access.

ASPC Association Suisse de Para-Canisport

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

ASPC Association Suisse de Para-Canisport is a nonprofit association that supports para-athletes in sporting competitions.

dystinctif

Since 2026 · 1–10 empl.

Dystinctif is an association that provides resources, tools, workshops and spaces focused on neurodiversity. Its activities support children, families and professionals with information, awareness-raising and practical guidance.