Institutions for People with Disabilities in
Lausanne

Fondation Eben-Hézer

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.

ASSOCIATION LE FOYER

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(49)

ASSOCIATION LE FOYER manages four establishments — LE FOYER, EEAA, STRADA and SAT — providing specialised education, residential care, day activities and workshops for people who are blind or visually impaired with intellectual disabilities, and services for children and adolescents with autism.

Fondation Coup d'Pouce

Since 1998 · 11–20 empl.·3.9(8)

The core activity of the company "Fondation Coup d'Pouce" is to support and accompany people with special needs, particularly children and adolescents with autism or other disabilities. The foundation offers various services, including: "Passerelle Loisirs", a service that enables people with special needs to participate in leisure activities and integrate into society; "AIPP" (Accompagnement Individualisé pour les Personnes avec besoins Particuliers), a service that provides qualified staff to support people with special needs in schools and other institutions; and "Centre de Loisirs La Cabane Orange", a leisure center specifically designed for people with autism and other disabilities, offering various activities. The foundation aims to support people with special needs and help them integrate into society and lead an independent life.

Fondation Deo Gratias

Since 1987 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the company "Fondation Deo Gratias" is the care and support of people with mental disabilities or in difficult life situations. The company offers various services, such as housing, psychosocial care, therapeutic activities, and support for integration into society. The goal is to help those affected to develop their autonomy and independence and lead a self-determined life.

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

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is to support and care for people with mental illnesses through a variety of offers, including: social activities (e.g. group work, courses, workshops), cultural and sports activities (e.g. music, art, theater), support with daily living (e.g. shopping, cooking, household management), counseling and accompaniment, and organization of events and activities (e.g. exhibitions, concerts, holiday trips). The company also offers various services, such as a library, a nursery, a printing shop, and a restaurant. However, the core activity remains the support and care of people with mental illnesses.

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

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of Croepi is to support and promote people with mental disabilities or health restrictions by creating work and employment opportunities, counseling, and social activities. The company offers various services, including: Work and employment opportunities in studios and workshops; Counseling and support for vocational orientation and rehabilitation; Social activities and events, such as the annual Marché de Noël; Sale of products made by participants in the studios in the company's own boutique 'La Lausenette'. The company's goal is to support people with mental disabilities or health restrictions, promote their skills, and facilitate their integration into society.

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.

Asile des aveugles

Since 1916 · 11–20 empl.·3.4(22)

Asile des aveugles is a foundation dedicated to visual health that brings together the Hôpital ophtalmique Jules-Gonin, a vision research centre, a low-vision competence centre and a care home; it provides clinical services, research, prevention and support programmes for people with visual impairment.

L'Alisier Sàrl

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of L'alisier is to provide occupational therapy and socio-professional reintegration services, particularly in supporting adults, adolescents and children suffering from exhaustion, stress and/or occupational imbalance. The services include conducting occupational therapy sessions tailored to the individual needs of clients, to help them lead a balanced life and strengthen their resources.

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

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.·4.0(12)

The core activity of the company "insieme Vaud" is to support and promote people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The organization offers various services, such as counseling and support, holiday camps and leisure activities, lobbying and advocacy, group exchanges, publications, and the rental of holiday homes. The organization also advocates for the rights and interests of people with intellectual disabilities and provides a platform for exchange and networking among those affected and their families.

Fondation de Verdeil

Since 1983 · 101–500 empl.·3.0(6)

The core activity of the Fondation de Verdeil is to provide pedagogical special services for children and adolescents with developmental and learning disabilities, in situations of disability or difficulty.

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.