EVERYONE NEEDS SOMEONE ELSE

Founded in 2004, Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs (Senses) is a non-profit organization based in Dubai, UAE and the first residential care facility in the Middle East, dedicated to improving the quality of life of People of Determination and catering orphans and abandoned children.

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As a non-profit organization, we rely on corporate organizations and philanthropists to support us in reaching our goals to serve orphans and abandoned children with special need (people of determination).

To know more about CSR and sponsorship opportunities, please get in touch with our partnership team to explore various possible ways for collaboration.

Volunteer with us and make a difference in the lives of People of Determination

ABOUT SENSES

Founded in 2004, Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs (Senses) is a non-profit organization based in Dubai, UAE and the first residential care facility in the Middle East, dedicated to improving the quality of life of people of determination.

The centre provides 24/7 care for children with unique needs that require special therapies, offering them rehabilitative and educational programmes, as well as a nurturing environment where they can develop new skills and improve their abilities.

In 2010, with the generous personal contribution from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the purpose-built day care center and residential care facility was donated to the organization.

Currently, 110 children with various special needs are enrolled at Senses from which over 80 children are accommodated in the residential care facility.

 

EMPOWERING PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION

“Disability is in fact the inability to make progress and achievements. The achievements that people of determination have made in various spheres over the past years are proof that determination and strong will can do the impossible and encourage people to counter challenges and difficult circumstances while firmly achieving their goals.”

HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM

VICE PRESIDENT AND PRIME MINISTER OF THE UAE AND RULER OF DUBAI

FRIENDLY CITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Converting Dubai into a friendly city for people with disabilities can only be achieved by cooperation between the public and private sectors in addition to all aspects of the community.

H.H. SHEIKH MANSOUR BIN MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM

CHAIRMAN OF THE HIGHER COMMITTEE FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE RIGHTS OF PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION

WORK TOGETHER TO SUPPORT THEM

We believe in the abilities of our children of special needs and their high potential, we shall work together to support them and provide them with the opportunity to contribute to the development of our nation and secure a better future for themselves.

HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED AL NAHYAN

PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

UNLEASH THEIR OUTSTANDING POTENTIALS

They are not different from us except that they need different approach to unleash their outstanding potentials. What they achieve everyday inspires me. They are true role models in perseverance and determination.

H.H. SHEIKH HAMDAN BIN MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM

CROWN PRINCE OF DUBAI

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UNLEASH THEIR OUTSTANDING POTENTIALS

They are not different from us except that they need different approach to unleash their outstanding potentials. What they achieve everyday inspires me. They are true role models in perseverance and determination.

H.H. SHEIKH HAMDAN BIN MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM

CROWN PRINCE OF DUBAI

WORK TOGETHER TO SUPPORT THEM

We believe in the abilities of our children of special needs and their high potential, we shall work together to support them and provide them with the opportunity to contribute to the development of our nation and secure a better future for themselves.

HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED AL NAHYAN

PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

FRIENDLY CITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Converting Dubai into a friendly city for people with disabilities can only be achieved by cooperation between the public and private sectors in addition to all aspects of the community.

H.H. SHEIKH MANSOUR BIN MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM

CHAIRMAN OF THE HIGHER COMMITTEE FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE RIGHTS OF PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION

EMPOWERING PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION

“Disability is in fact the inability to make progress and achievements. The achievements that people of determination have made in various spheres over the past years are proof that determination and strong will can do the impossible and encourage people to counter challenges and difficult circumstances while firmly achieving their goals.”

HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM

VICE PRESIDENT AND PRIME MINISTER OF THE UAE AND RULER OF DUBAI

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Events

GE VOLUNTEERS HOSTS IFTAR

GE Volunteers, a voluntary network through which GE fosters the development of the communities where GE employees work and live, hosted an Iftar for special

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Our Supporters

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Testimonials

We at Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates are honoured to partner with Senses and contribute to the kind work organization is doing for people with determination. My personal experience of visiting Senses and spending day with kids was absolutely amazing – thanks a lot to the caring and loving front workers who demonstrate amazing ability to help build a brighter and better future.

Alina Abramovich

Director of Marketing

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

It was a pleasure to host the students from SENSES during the holy month of Ramadan for Iftar. As a hotel, it was a proud moment for us to be a reason for their smiles.

Mohit Gurnani

General Manager

Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers

It’s our pleasure to have a possibility and payback to the community that welcomes us on this land and support Senses Center with their honorable mission. Every child is a blessing and every child should have a chance to live his life in the best possible way. It’s really great that there are people and organisations that provide such a chance to the abandoned children or kids with disabilities

Anton Semenov

Founding Partner

Royal Tent

We are so happy to be able to help SENSES. Moreover, the holy month of Ramadan is all about giving and like every year, we are giving back with whatever we can to bring comfort to people in need.

Mohammad Katawalla

Deputy Managing Director and Group Finance Director

Pan Emirates

We are very pleased to be associated with Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs and are privileged to offer our support at their events and initiatives. It is great to see the amazing work the team at Senses has been doing for the children and the opportunities they have given them to grow, develop and showcase their talents. We will be looking forward to more events and collaborations in the future

Jonathan Calvert

General Manager

Flow Air + Power Solution LLC

Our support for Senses doesn’t stop at the Unity Run, it is throughout the year with projects and regular visits. It is a wonderful community full of love, care and happiness. FittGROUP as an event organiser has at its core value a desire to create events that benefit the broader community. The Emirates NBD Unity Run is now the UAE’s leading community event promoting inclusion and accessibility for people of determination in the UAE. It actively supports Senses Residential and Day Care Centre.

FittGROUP

FittGROUP

FittGROUP is a proud supporter of Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs. We admire the excellent hard work and dedication of all the staff and volunteers at the centre and the wonderful care they give to the people within the Senses community. In 2016 we created the Unity Run to promote inclusion and awareness for people of determination.

Ruth Dickinson

Managing Partner

FittGROUP

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe, loving environment, and Senses is nurturing them with quality care and 24X7 accessibility. An exceptional organisation dedicated and committed to building an inclusive and adaptive space for everyone. Achiever Properties feels proud to be part of their initiatives and salutes all the heroes at Senses.

Vinita Narsinghani

Director

Achiever Properties LLC

“I have had the privilege of supporting Senses Center, a nonprofit organization, since 2004. Giving back to the community has always been a personal commitment of mine, and I am proud to have contributed financially and provided valuable resources to help further their impactful mission. Senses Center’s dedication to improving lives is inspiring, and I am honored to be a part of their journey.”

Khalil Ibrahim Al Sayegh

The level of compassion in the staff and their utmost care, dedication to be at service, to listen and be fully present for others is truly inspiring. You can witness the growth of individuals who learned to recognize what propels them forward, not what holds them back.. and that by itself is a valuable lesson to anyone visiting Senses.

Marie Claire Maalouf

Executive Creative Director

Impact BBDO Dubai

A fantastic organization with caring and loving frontline workers who do what they can to make sure that the children at the center receive the best care possible.

Shabnam Kassam

Director – Community Center

Danube

The challenges will always be part of our life. Sharing, caring, understanding and respect will absolutely make it easier.

Burak A. Ertuna

President

DHL

We are highly impressed by the impact Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs are creating for the Gulf region. By ensuring the quality of learning environment with enhanced ergonomics, healthy materials together with antimicrobial features ensure health and well-being of the students.
Health and safety combined with joy of learning is exactly what we all wish for.

Joonas Vikstrom

Head of ISKU Middle East

ISKU

We at Crescent Petroleum are pleased to partner with Senses to help weave a more inclusive future for the people of determination and promote social sustainability in the UAE.

Crescent Petroleum

Union Coop’s contribution towards supporting the campaigns and initiatives of Senses – Residential and Daycare for Special Needs, comes as an embodiment of its goals and awareness-raising vision about the importance of protecting the rights of people of determination and incorporating them into society in an integrated and effective way that will enable them to lead their lives normally, as Union Coop believes that the cooperation to advocate this category begins with everyone’s awareness of their societal position, By creating an incubating environment for all groups that provides equal rights and opportunities, and establishes a culture of capacity building to maintain societal cohesion.

Dr. Suhail Al Bastaki

Director of Happiness and Marketing Department

Union Coop

We at Imdaad have always been proud of our association with Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs. Senses has been doing exemplary work in taking care of the people of determination and empowering them to find success and personal fulfillment. Imdaad is pleased to have been actively supporting Senses by delivering various disinfection and cleaning services to the organization. We look forward to continuing our support to Senses by providing them with a safe and clean environment as they continue to transform lives through their programs.

Jamal Abdulla Lootah

Group CEO

Imdaad

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Get in Touch

Location

UMM SUQEIM 3, P O Box 333701 | DUBAI,
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Our Hours
SAT – THU 
07:30 AM to 15:30
Contact Us

Phone : +971 4 457 2675

Email : INFO@SENSESCENTER.AE