Institutions for People with Disabilities in
Zurich

Verein Wohnzentrum Frankental

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(21)

The Frankental residential centre offers accommodation and care for adults with brain injuries and/or neurological disorders. The core activities include: Accommodation: provision of 41 residential places for people with disabilities who are unable to work; Care & Support: assistance with daily activities and care for residents; Employment & Activation: offers to promote the skills and resources of residents; Therapy: water therapy and other therapeutic offers; Events: organisation of events and festivals for residents and the public. The core activity of the company is the care and support of people with disabilities in a residential centre.

Wohnstätten Zwyssig

Since 2008 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(22)

Wohnstätten Zwyssig provides housing and support services for people with disabilities, including day‑structure programs and workplaces. The organisation operates multiple residential formats with around 140 places, offers approximately 30 flexible jobs, provides an outpatient service called “Zwyssig Privat Plus”, runs sport and participation programs, and operates the Café/Restaurant Glättli. Its practice is guided by an agogic and operational concept and by applicable legal frameworks including the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Pro Infirmis Kanton Zürich

Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.1(62)

Pro Infirmis Kanton Zürich provides counselling and support services for children and adults with physical, cognitive or psychological disabilities, as well as for their relatives and professional contacts. Core services include social counselling, assistance counselling, accompanied living, housing school, education club, SEBE advice, and services on accessibility and easy language.

Schweizerische Vereinigung für hirnverletzte Menschen FRAGILE Suisse

Since 1991 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(14)

Schweizerische Vereinigung für hirnverletzte Menschen FRAGILE Suisse is a patient organisation for people with acquired brain injury and their relatives. It provides counselling, a helpline, courses, supported living, self-help groups and professional training, and conducts advocacy and awareness activities.

Stiftung Arbeitskette

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·4.1(14)

The company's core activity is the integration of people into the labor market through gastronomy operations, training and employment in gastronomy-related professions, as well as the promotion of social engagement and integration. The company operates gastronomy businesses, offers training and job positions, and supports people in their integration into the labor market.

Werchschüür

Since 1990 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(11)

The company offers a range of services and activities focused on supporting and integrating people with disabilities. The core activities include: * Sheltered workplaces in various areas such as woodturning, painting, carpentry, and training & coaching * Training and qualification of people with disabilities * Housing offers and care concepts * Training and coaching for people with disabilities The company is mainly financed by the disability insurance, social services, and the sale of products from the production facilities. The core activities are therefore focused on the social integration and support of people with disabilities.

Stiftung Sprachheilschulen im Kanton Zürich

Since 1917 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Sprachheilschulen im Kanton Zürich is the foundation that operates four special language schools and a speech therapy service, providing language support and advisory services for professionals and parents. On behalf of the Canton of Zürich the foundation provides special-school placements for children and adolescents with comprehensive language support needs and coordinates admissions via school psychological services or special educational offices.

Wilhelm Schulthess - Stiftung

Since 1936 · 11–20 empl.

Wilhelm Schulthess - Stiftung funds orthopedic research and provides financial support to patients who cannot afford necessary treatments. The foundation operates research and patient-aid funds in collaboration with the Schulthess Klinik and external partners to translate research findings into clinical care.

Taubblinden-Hilfe

Since 1974 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company 'Taubblinden-Hilfe' is to support and promote people with deaf-blindness and hearing-visual impairments. This includes organizing holiday offers, encounter days and other activities aimed at facilitating the participation of these people in society and improving their quality of life.

Stiftung "Forelhaus Zürich"

Since 1975 · 21–50 empl.

The core activity of Forelhaus Zürich is the care and support of people in socio-therapeutic residential facilities, particularly in the field of addiction treatment. The company operates inpatient facilities where residents are individually supported to promote their development opportunities. This also includes offers for work integration and accompaniment in planning the exit from the residential facilities.

Stiftung Treffpunkt der Gehörlosen

Since 1981 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the company 'sichtbar GEHÖRLOSE ZÜRICH' is the promotion and support of deaf people in the canton of Zurich. This includes organizing meeting points, courses, events and offers for social integration, education and communication in sign language. The company acts as a non-profit umbrella organization for deaf self-help in the canton of Zurich and offers various services and activities to support the needs and interests of deaf people.

Stiftung für das behinderte Kind

Since 1988 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the support and promotion of disabled children.

Schweizerischer Blindenbund Selbsthilfe blinder und sehbehinderter Menschen (SBb)

Since 1995 · 21–50 empl.

Schweizerischer Blindenbund Selbsthilfe blinder und sehbehinderter Menschen (SBb) provides counselling, regional advisory centres (SICHTBAR), courses and volunteer programmes for blind and visually impaired people. It also acts as a specialist organisation for advocacy and social policy and publishes informational materials, including Braille editions and an inclusive children's book.

ASRA Stiftung

Since 1999 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of ASRA Stiftung Schweiz is to provide assistance to disabled and disadvantaged children in the slums of Delhi, India. Specifically, this includes: Rehabilitation and Training Center, Awareness, Medical Aid, Education, Vocational Training and Job Placement, and the provision of microcredits for self-employment. The company supports disabled and disadvantaged children and young people in the slums of Delhi through various services, such as the provision of walking and mobility aids, sewing courses, computer courses, and promotion in special schools.

Stiftung Tobias-Haus

Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the care and support of adults with mental and/or physical disabilities in a residential home and a day care center. The company offers assisted living, daily structures, employment and education to promote and maintain the independence and self-determination of the people being cared for.

ZWAK Zürcher Wohn- und Arbeitskoordinations AG

Since 2007 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of ZWAK (Zürcher Wohn- und Arbeitskoordinations AG) is to provide protected living spaces and social integration for adult individuals with increased care needs. The company offers structured daily routines, job placement, and accompanied activities in various areas of life to promote the individual skills, opportunities, and perspectives of its residents.

Förderstiftung für das Sprachheilwesen im Kanton Zürich

Since 2010 · 11–20 empl.

Förderstiftung für das Sprachheilwesen im Kanton Zürich operates the Sprachheilschulen and provides schooling, therapeutic and socio‑pedagogical support for children and adolescents with significant language support needs; it also offers speech‑therapy services for young children and consultation services for schools and families.

Stiftung Rafaelschule Zürich

Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(6)

The company's core activity is the therapeutic education and training of children and adolescents with special developmental needs in a day school. The offer includes lessons, therapies, remedial teaching, vocational integration coaching, learning apartments and a nursery.

Verein Perspektiven - Autismus Therapie Zentrum Zürich

Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of ATZZ (Autism Therapy Center Zurich) is to support and provide therapy to people with autism, particularly children. The association aims to improve the development opportunities for affected children and offers therapeutic services.

Zürcher Fürsorgeverein für Gehörlose

Since 2016 · 21–50 empl.

Zürcher Fürsorgeverein für Gehörlose provides counseling, accompaniment and social advice for people with hearing impairments and their relatives; services include employment integration, family support, individual accompaniment, public awareness activities and courses.

Brunau-Stiftung

Since 1957 · 11–20 empl.·3.7(45)

The core activity of the Brunau-Stiftung company is the integration and training of people with disabilities in the labor market. To this end, the foundation offers various training programs, job coaching and jobs in different areas such as logistics, ICT, office work and services. The goal is to support people with disabilities to integrate them into society and enable them to lead an independent existence.

BETH CHANA Verein für jüdische Behinderte

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of BETH CHANA is the care, counseling and promotion of Jewish people with disabilities and their families in Switzerland. This includes providing residential homes, day centers and activities tailored to the individual needs and abilities of the participants. The activities are based on traditional Jewish values and laws and aim to promote, support and provide a home for the participants.

Stiftung Jugendnetzwerk

Since 1992 · 51–100 empl.·3.5(11)

Stiftung Jugendnetzwerk operates services in child, youth and family welfare, providing outpatient and outreach support as well as semi‑residential and residential care. Its offerings include supervised living groups, the Start‑Life supported youth housing program, outreach family support and professional training related to schema work.

Stiftung Behindertenwerk Holz & Korb

Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(5)

Schweizerische Caritasaktion der Blinden (CAB)

Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(2)

The core activity of the company CAB (Swiss Caritas Action for the Blind) consists of organizing and conducting courses, encounter days and other activities to support and integrate blind and visually impaired people. This also includes counseling, volunteer work and civil service. The company also offers publications, an information library and other resources to promote the inclusion and participation of people with visual impairments.

Verein Wohnpflegeheime Schwamendingen - Wohnsch

Since 1988 · 21–50 empl.·4.0(4)

The core activity of WOHNSCH is the care and support of seniors and people with mental health issues or dementia in residential homes, with a focus on gerontopsychiatry.

DAHEIM Verein für Wohnen und gelebte Integration

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.·3.9(21)

The core activity of Daheim is to provide assisted living for people with mental and/or physical disabilities in the city of Zurich, with the goal of enabling them to lead a largely independent life.

Stiftung zsge

Since 1975 · 11–20 empl.·4.1(7)

The core activity of the zsge Foundation is to provide social support and promotion to individuals with challenging biographies, particularly those who have come into conflict with the law or have received fines and penalties. To this end, the Foundation offers various services, including: Housing options for people in difficult life situations; Employment opportunities in workshops and studios; Counseling and support for settling fines and penalties; Financial assistance in the form of subsidiary benefits. The Foundation aims to support individuals on their path to independence and a regular daily routine, and promotes their social and professional reintegration.

Verein leben wie du und ich

Since 2013 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(2)

The company 'leben-wie-du-und-ich' is an association that focuses on supporting and integrating people with disabilities. The core activities include: Assistance and support through a Mobile Competence Center, Promotion of housing and employment opportunities for people with disabilities, Operation of an artistic workshop, Fundraising and crowdfunding campaigns to finance the activities, Public relations and media presence to raise awareness for the concerns of people with disabilities.

Stiftung Wohnheime im Seefeld

Since 2023 · 21–50 empl.·3.8(12)

Stiftung Wohnheime im Seefeld operates residential facilities and programs to promote, support and integrate people with various disabilities. Its services include supported housing, day-structure programs, sheltered employment opportunities and cultural/gastronomic projects, and the foundation also provides advisory and outpatient support services.

Hyper Normal KLG

Since 2022 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of Hyper Normal is to support young adults from neurodivergent minorities and people with impaired mental health in their initial training in a creative profession through the regular education system. This includes vocational preparation, placement of apprenticeships, accompaniment during training, and support for training companies through coaching. The goal is the autonomous employability of the young people.

ZÜRICH SICHTBAR PLUS - Genossenschaft mit/ohne Hörbehinderung

Since 1934 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(1)

The core activity of the Cooperative for the Support of the Deaf Zurich (GGHZ) consists of supporting and promoting deaf and hard of hearing people by providing various services and facilities, such as a secondary school, a property with various organizations and institutions in the field of hearing impairment, as well as the administration of premises and the rental of rooms.

cb-stiftung

Since 2015 · 11–20 empl.·3.0(4)

The core activity of the company 'cb-Stiftung' is to provide protected workplaces for people with health impairments. The company offers low-threshold work and employment forms to improve the life and future prospects of these individuals and enable them to lead a fulfilling life and have a stable daily structure. The goal is to support these individuals in finding their way back into a regular working routine and, if possible, returning to the primary job market.

Verein Interessengemeinschaft für Sozialpsychiatrie Zürich

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.·2.3(3)

Verein Interessengemeinschaft für Sozialpsychiatrie Zürich provides supported and accompanied housing and outpatient accompaniment (SEBE) for people with mental health impairments. The association operates residential groups and accompanied individual living and cooperates with professional networks in the social psychiatry sector.

Circleg

Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(3)

Circleg designs and supplies modular prosthetic solutions, including the Circleg One system, as well as individual components and kits. Circleg also provides training, instructional resources and services for prosthetists and arranges distribution through medical partners and access points.

Verein vier wiesen

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(1)

The core activity of the company 'vier wiesen' is the care and support of people with special needs, particularly in the areas of housing, daily structure and leisure activities. The company offers various forms of housing (4-person shared flat, 8-person shared flat, senior shared flat), a day care center with creative activities and leisure offers, as well as support in the production of products. The core activity can be described as social care and support for people with special needs.

Regulahaus Evangelisches Wohnheim

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.·3.1(7)

Regulahaus provides people with a psychiatric impairment a home in a professionally supervised residential group. The core activity of the company is to offer a residential and care service for people with psychiatric impairments, providing a family-friendly alternative to inpatient facilities and supporting residents with targeted and appropriate support from specialists.

FRAGILE Zürich, Verein für Menschen mit Hirnverletzung und ihre Angehörigen, Region Zürich

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.·4.0(4)

FRAGILE Zürich, Verein für Menschen mit Hirnverletzung und ihre Angehörigen, Region Zürich is the regional association for people with brain injury and their relatives. The non-profit offers counselling, peer-support groups, activity meetings, courses and holiday programmes, and provides information and referrals to further services.