The Hospitaller Order of St. John of God formed itself around John Cidade in Granada Spain from the early 1540’s. His care for the poor and needy encouraged the people of the city to name him John of God, the father of poor. Today, John of God’s follower form an International Organization of Brothers and Co-workers that underpins the existence and operation of some 390 health and social welfare services in 46 countries throughout the world. St. John of God Centre at Velloor was started in 1998 for the support and training of children and young adult with learning or intellectual disabilities (Those who are Intellectually challenged).
The center is auspiced by the society for the empowerment of the learning disabled (SELD), an agency established by the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God in India. The aim of the Centre is to promote the well being and rehabilitation of the Intellectually challenged, creating awareness in society and among families about their obligation towards the Intellectually challenged and train them to live independently and assume their rightful place within this familiar and the boarder society. The Centre is a registered charitable organization for the development of the Intellectually challenged.
VISION | MISSION |
"The quality of life every intellectually challenged is equal to other citizens in the society" | "Our mission as it was lived out by St. John of God, is to commit ourselves to the hospitality that promotes education, training, advocacy, rehabilitation and welfare of the intellectually challenged by maximizing opportunities to develop their potential and participate as valued citizens of the society" |
St. John of God
Our Founder
St. John of God Centre lit up with joy and festivity as everyone came together to celebrate Christmas in a heartwarming event on December 25th. The celebration included the centre's special children, staff, teachers, non-teaching staff, caregivers, and teaching students, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
A blood test camp was successfully conducted at St. John of God
Special School on December 5, 2024, in collaboration with Neethi Lab,
Kanjikkuzhy. The event commenced at 7:30 AM, witnessing active participation
from 99 individuals, including staff and students of the center.
On November 22, 2024, a General Medical Camp was organized at St. John of God Special School for children in collaboration with Dr. Agarwal's Eye Clinic, Kottayam. The camp focused on promoting children's health and well-being, offering specialized eye care services and general health check-ups.
St. John of God Centre marked Children’s Day with vibrant celebrations led by St. John of God College of Special Education students. The event was a heartwarming tribute to childhood and inclusivity, featuring cultural programs performed by children from the special school, and supported by staff members.
On November 14, 2024, Children’s Day, a free dental camp was organized at St. John of God Special School by the Government Dental College, Kottayam. The event aimed to promote dental health and hygiene among children and provided comprehensive dental check-ups, including preventive care and oral hygiene education tailored to the needs of the students
FACULTIES
AWARD WINNING
FAMILY
“May Everything perish but not good works extend” – St John of God
“As water put out fire, so does charity wipe out sin” – St John of God
“Have charity towards the poor and those in need”- St. John of God
We owe God three things: love, service and reverence” – St John of God
Stay with God and go with God” – St John of God
“For the lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding”
– Proverb 2:6
“The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out”
– Proverb 18:15
“Gold there is, rubies in abundance, but lips that speak knowledge are a rare jewel”
– Proverb 20:15
“The only truly happy person is the one who despises all things and loves Jesus Christ Alone”
– St. John of God