Institutions for People with Disabilities
in Switzerland

Fondation Eben-Hézer

Lausanne · Since 1936 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(90)

The company is a social services provider specializing in the care and support of elderly people. Its core activities include providing residential homes, care services, therapeutic offers, leisure activities, and other support services for the elderly. The company also offers training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Fondation Aigues-Vertes

Bernex · Since 1960 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(166)

Fondation Aigues-Vertes supports adults with intellectual disabilities through personalized care aimed at autonomy, education, work, leisure and social participation. The organisation operates a village model with residences, workshops and on-site businesses, offering goods and services such as bakery products, agricultural produce, carpentry, ceramics, a second-hand shop and cafés.

Stiftung café sowieso

Lucerne · Since 2003 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(227)

The company "Restaurant Sowieso" is a social enterprise that combines gastronomy and social integration. The core activity of the company is the operation of a restaurant where people in need of support, such as those with mild intellectual disabilities or learning difficulties, work together with gastronomic professionals. The company offers a range of services, including food and beverages, banquet and seminar events, catering, and homemade products.

Afiro

Ecublens Vd · Since 1978 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(61)

Afiro is a social enterprise that focuses on the integration of people with disabilities or in difficult life situations. It offers a wide range of services and products, including: Food: industrial bakery, catering, tea rooms, bakery and pastry shop; Industry: mechanics, locksmithing, assembly and conditioning, carpentry, metal construction; Services: logistics, administration, maintenance, laundry, decorative textiles, multiservice; Education and Rehabilitation: training and rehabilitation center, transition workshop, training and rehabilitation. Afiro is a social enterprise that supports people with disabilities or in difficult life situations through work and training, while also offering a variety of products and services.

Fondation Clos Fleuri

Bulle · Since 1979 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(53)

Fondation Clos Fleuri provides outpatient and residential support, occupational and work services, and educational programmes for minors and adults with primarily intellectual developmental disorders and related disabilities. The organisation includes a school for pupils with special needs and workshops that produce handcrafted items.

Stiftung Uetendorfberg, Schweizerische Wohn- und Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Hörbehinderte

Uetendorf · Since 1986 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(144)

The core activity of the Uetendorfberg Foundation is the promotion and integration of people with disabilities through the provision of housing, workplaces and training opportunities. The foundation offers a wide range of services and products to support the individual development and participation of people with disabilities in professional and social life.

SSBL Stiftung für selbstbestimmtes und begleitetes Leben

Emmen · Since 1972 · 101–500 empl.·4.3(155)

The core activity of the company is the care and support of people with disabilities. The company offers various services, such as residential places, day care places, guest places, therapies, aids and leisure activities, to promote the quality of life and participation of these people in society.

Stiftung Schloss Turbenthal, Gehörlosendorf

Turbenthal · Since 1981 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(77)

Stiftung Schloss Turbenthal, Gehörlosendorf provides residential and employment opportunities for deaf and hard-of-hearing people, with tailored support and training. The organisation runs workshops (carpentry, mechanics, assembly, atelier, horticulture), a village shop and a village restaurant, offering products and services with a social value.

Stiftung Alpenruhe

Saanen · Since 1994 · 51–100 empl.·4.6(55)

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Alpenruhe' is the care and support of people with disabilities, particularly through individually tailored offers and services in the areas of living and working. The company provides flexible and needs-based solutions to create an environment where clients feel accepted and understood.

Lukashaus Stiftung

Grabs · Since 2002 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(64)

Lukashaus Stiftung provides housing, employment and education services for people with disabilities, particularly those with multiple or complex support needs. Its services include a range of residential options (including intensive living), supported work and employment placements, vocational training and measures for labour‑market inclusion.

Pro Infirmis, Succursale Sud

Bellinzona · Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(26)

Pro Infirmis cantone Ticino (succursale) advises, accompanies and supports people with disabilities and their relatives on legal, social and everyday matters. Its services promote participation in areas such as housing, work and leisure and include local counselling, legal guidance and support for assistance and accessibility issues.

Stiftung GSR

Aesch Bl · Since 1916 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(19)

Stiftung GSR is an interdisciplinary pedagogical-therapeutic centre for children, adolescents and young adults with language acquisition and communication disorders and/or hearing impairments. The organisation comprises an audiopedagogical service (including bimodal training), a speech therapy school and an autism centre.

Genossenschaft Arbeitsheim für Behinderte, Amriswil

Amriswil · Since 1929 · 51–100 empl.·4.5(56)

Genossenschaft Arbeitsheim für Behinderte, Amriswil is a socio-economic enterprise that provides supported housing, work and vocational training places as well as production and service offerings for people with disabilities. Its production units cover wood, metal, plastic and textile processing and it offers services such as gardening, assembly, packaging and shipping, catering, laundry and drill recycling.

CIS-CENTRE D'INTEGRATION SOCIOPROFESSIONNELLE

Fribourg · Since 1963 · 51–100 empl.·4.6(54)

The company CIS (Centre d'Intégration Sociale) offers a wide range of services, including: * Restaurant and catering services * Facility management and concierge services * Sports and psychological support * Industrial subcontracting and logistics * Administration and accounting * Vocational rehabilitation and job coaching * Accommodation and seminars However, the core activity of the company is vocational rehabilitation and the integration of people with disabilities into the labor market. The company offers specialized programs and services to support people with disabilities and facilitate their transition into the labor market.

Ekkharthof-Verein

Lengwil · Since 1965 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(72)

The core activity of the Ekkharthof encompasses the care and support of people with disabilities, particularly through therapeutic educational offers, residential models, training programs, workplaces, and therapies. Additionally, the Ekkharthof provides a range of services, including rentals, experiences, consultations, job opportunities, and a bio-store. The organization follows an anthroposophical approach and strives for inclusion, sustainability, and community.

Fondation éméra plus

Sion · Since 1996 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(23)

Fondation éméra plus provides services and support for people with disabilities, promoting their autonomy and social participation. Its activities include work and creativity workshops, a shop selling handcrafted products from its ateliers, social counselling, supported-living assistance and advocacy.

Stiftung Mosaik

Pratteln · Since 1997 · 51–100 empl.·4.4(33)

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Mosaik' is to support and promote people with disabilities. This includes advisory services, providing information and resources, and organizing activities and projects that benefit people with disabilities. Specifically, this includes the areas of: * Advisory center * Eurokey (access to elevators, stair lifts, toilets and other facilities) * Wohnschule Basel * AmBeWo BL/BS * FLB (Promotion of people with disabilities) * Rolliausflug (excursion destinations for people with and without disabilities) The Stiftung Mosaik thus offers a wide range of services and activities aimed at supporting and promoting people with disabilities.

Fondation Emera

Sion · Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(23)

Fondation Emera promotes autonomy and social participation of people with disabilities by providing services such as work and creativity ateliers, social counselling, residential support and advocacy; it also operates a shop selling products from its workshops.

Stiftung Werk- und Wohnhaus zur Weid

Mettmenstetten · Since 2013 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(140)

The company's core activity is the care and support of people with addiction and mental health issues in residential and work-based settings, with the aim of improving their personal situation and promoting their social and professional integration.

Stiftung Sonnenhalde

Münchwilen Tg · Since 1976 · 51–100 empl.·4.7(32)

Stiftung Sonnenhalde is a competence centre for people with severe multiple disabilities. It provides residential, day-structure, leisure, work and therapeutic services, including a respite group and sheltered workplaces.

Stiftung Altried

Zurich · Since 1976 · 101–500 empl.·4.4(130)

Stiftung Altried is a social institution that provides housing, work and support services for people with disabilities. Its offerings include supported and integrative housing, sheltered employment, workshops, training and hospitality/catering services.

Stiftung Weidli Stans

Stans · Since 1986 · 51–100 empl.·4.5(57)

Stiftung Weidli Stans provides support for people with disabilities, offering residential, employment and day-structure services. Its activities include assisted living, a day centre, sheltered workshops and service offerings such as mechanical work, recycling, packaging, paper processing, garden maintenance and a farm shop with a café.

Stiftung Brunegg

Hombrechtikon · Since 1988 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(19)

The core activity of the Brunegg Foundation includes the care and integration of people with special needs, particularly in the areas of housing, work and education. Specifically, the foundation offers various forms of housing, such as residential homes, studio apartments and ambulatory housing support. In the area of work, the foundation offers various activities, such as production horticulture, garden maintenance, floristry, kitchen, household management and technical services. In addition, the foundation also offers training and integration programs, such as assessment, integration, job coaching and vocational preparation.

Gönner- und Förderstiftung der Genossenschaft Borna, Arbeits- und Wohngemeinschaft Rothrist

Rothrist · Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(57)

Gönner- und Förderstiftung der Genossenschaft Borna, Arbeits- und Wohngemeinschaft Rothrist supports Borna’s residential, work and integration services through charitable funding. The institution accompanies people with disabilities and provides protected jobs, housing options and other practical support services.

serei (service d'entraide et d'information)

La Chaux-De-Fonds · Since 1997 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(37)

Serei is a specialist in mobility and independence, dedicated to providing aids and services for people with disabilities or mobility issues. The company's core activities include: sale and rental of aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, lifts and other mobility aids; consulting and support for the selection and adaptation of aids; repair and maintenance of aids; and legal consulting and support in matters of social insurance and other legal issues. The company offers its services in the cantons of Neuchâtel and Jura, with two locations in La Chaux-de-Fonds and Bassecourt.

Fondation DOMUS

Ardon · Since 1998 · 101–500 empl.·4.4(48)

Fondation DOMUS is an institution for psychosocial rehabilitation providing residential accommodation, a day centre and therapeutic and vocational integration workshops. The foundation also provides medical-nursing and socio-educational follow-up, home-support services and a range of workshops (Ateliers Vita), including social agrotourism and craft activities.

LANDENHOF Zentrum für Hören und Sehen

Unterentfelden · Since 1934 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(18)

The core activity of the company 'Landenhof' is the promotion, education, support and counseling of people with hearing or visual impairments, in order to enable them to lead a self-determined life in society. To this end, the company offers various services, including school and boarding operations, consulting and leisure activities, economic and IT services, as well as personnel administration.

Fondation "Institution de Lavigny"

Lavigny · Since 1975 · 21–50 empl.·4.4(211)

Fondation "Institution de Lavigny" provides medico-social services, including a hospital for neurorehabilitation and epilepsy care, socio-educational housing, protected workshops and the La Passerelle school. The foundation is certified to ISO 9001:2015, is a member of the Fédération des Hôpitaux Vaudois and uses electricity exclusively from renewable sources.

Stiftung TRANSfair

Gwatt (Thun) · Since 2009 · 51–100 empl.·4.4(74)

The company offers a range of services that can be divided into several core activities. The main activities are: 1. **Logistics and Contract Manufacturing**: The company provides integrated logistics solutions for e-commerce, including shipping logistics, contract manufacturing, production, and assembly. 2. **Meal Service and Food Production**: The company provides daily freshly prepared meals for kindergartens, day schools, clinics, nursing homes, and canteens, and produces convenience food and other food products. 3. **Vocational Integration**: The company supports people in vocational integration and offers production and assembly of sub-processes. 4. **Catering and Community Catering**: The company provides catering services, including restaurants, events, and banquets, as well as community catering. Overall, the company's core activity can be described as **Services in the fields of Logistics, Food, and Catering**.

Pro Infirmis Kanton Graubünden (Zweigniederlassung)

Chur · Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(24)

Pro Infirmis Kanton Graubünden (Zweigniederlassung) provides information, counselling, support and accompaniment for people with physical, cognitive or mental impairments and their relatives. Services include social counselling (including financial direct assistance), assistance counselling, supported living, barrier-free building consultancy, an educational club and accessibility and information services.

Stiftung Schloss Turbenthal - Wärmeverbund

Turbenthal · Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(77)

Stiftung Schloss Turbenthal - Wärmeverbund provides residential and work programs within the Gehörlosendorf and operates multiple workshops (carpentry, mechanics, assembly, gardening, atelier) as well as a village shop, kitchen and restaurant. The foundation offers products and services with a social focus to support the professional and social integration of deaf and hearing‑impaired people.

Tonis Fribyhof AG

Jonschwil · Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.·4.9(135)

The core activity of Tonis Fribyhof AG is the combination of horse breeding, riding school operations and therapeutic educational services. Specifically, this includes: horse breeding and breeding (especially Freiberger horses), riding school operations with riding lessons, riding camps and guided horseback rides, therapeutic riding for people with learning difficulties or mental/physical disabilities, horse boarding stable, sale of horses, offers for groups and companies (e.g. riding camps, guided horseback rides), and protected workplaces and living spaces for young people with learning difficulties or disabilities.

Schloss Herdern

Herdern · 51–100 empl.·4.7(85)

Schloss Herdern is an institution for people with psychosocial, psychological, social or alcohol-related difficulties. It provides supported living, daily guidance and meaningful work in several operational areas such as agriculture, horticulture, carpentry and cheese production.

Stiftung Bächtelen

Wabern · Since 1916 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(63)

The company's core activity is the professional integration of young people with limited access to the labor market through training and promotion. The company offers a differentiated range of services in the areas of assessment, training and integration to support young people on their path into the world of work and society.

Stiftung Lebenshilfe

Reinach Ag · Since 1967 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(60)

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Lebenshilfe' is to support and integrate people with special needs, particularly in the areas of work, education, housing and social recognition. The company offers various services and products to achieve these goals, such as workshops, educational and integration programs, housing offers and an online shop.

Stiftung Tosam

Herisau · Since 1989 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(20)

The core activity of the Tosam Stiftung company is the integration and support of people with special needs in the second labor market. The company offers various services and offers, such as horticulture, recycling/disposal, household clearances, sales and services, to provide people with disabilities or other challenges with a meaningful activity and structure. The goal is to support and promote the participants in order to enable them to integrate better into society.

Schweizerische Epilepsie-Stiftung

Zurich · Since 2001 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(22)

Schweizerische Epilepsie-Stiftung operates a multi‑sector organisation providing services for people with epilepsy and other neurological conditions across health, social and educational domains. Its activities include the EPI WohnWerk, the EPI Klinik (part of the Swiss Epilepsy Centre), the Oberstufenschule Lengg, a seminar and restaurant operation, and services such as social counselling, a pharmacy, research and laundry services.

Stiftung Humanus-Haus

Rubigen · Since 1974 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(129)

The company offers a wide range of activities and services focused on the areas of craftsmanship, art, culture, gastronomy, education, and social services. The core activity of the company can be described as 'integration and employment measures for people with special needs', as it provides a variety of offers such as workshops, training places, holiday offers, and housing options to support and integrate people with disabilities or other challenges.