About Us

Welcome to The Vazhai Foundation

Healing Minds, Restoring Lives Empowering communities through mental health care and compassionate rehabilitation

Our Vision

To nurture mental well–being and resilience for all, shaping a society where everyone flourishes emotionally and socially.

At Vazhai, we envision a world where:

🔹Mental health support is accessible to everyone, regardless of their socio– economic background.

🔹 People with mental health conditions receive timely intervention, therapy, and rehabilitation.

🔹Mental health stigma is removed, and communities embrace empathy and inclusion.

Our Mission

We support individuals in psychological distress through inclusive, empathetic, and holistic mental health care.

We achieve this by:

🔹Raising awareness through outreach, workshops, and training.

🔹 Providing therapy, rehabilitation, and vocational support.

🔹Collaborating with institutions to strengthen mental health systems.

What We Do

Vazhai Foundation focuses on a Six–pronged approach to mental health care:

01.

Awareness Programs

Conducting mental health workshops for schools, industries, and communities.

02.

Free Mental Health Camps

Offering early intervention services in partnership with local organizations.

03.

Rehabilitation Services

Providing inpatient care, therapy, and skill-based training for recovery.

04.

Social–Emotional Learning

Running SEL programs and counselling for school and college students.

05.

Training & Fieldwork

Equipping students and professionals through hands-on mental health training.

06.

Community Engagement

Rehabilitating homeless individuals and promoting mental well-being through events and livelihood support.

Our Collaborations & Partnerships

Our Team

Founders
M. Thangam
Founder & President
P. Raghu
Co-Founder
Board Members
T. Kavitha
(MA, MPhil)
Alan
(MSW, MSc Psychology, PG Dip. Psychotherapy)
James Joy
(Retired Army, Business Professional)
Soundarrajan
(B.E, MA Development, Regional Manager, Madhi Foundation, Trichy)
Joshuva Williams
(MSc Counselling Psychology, Oliva Groups of Company, Coimbatore)

Why Choose Vazhai Foundation

We offer compassionate, long-term mental health care that combines clinical support, therapeutic activities, and livelihood training to help individuals regain stability, purpose, and dignity.

Structured, professional treatment plans for individuals facing psychological distress or substance use disorders, available at our dedicated facility.

A blend of therapy and life skills development to help patients rebuild emotional strength and reintegrate into society.

Daily engagement in yoga, horticulture, group discussions, and recreational practices to promote overall well-being and self-expression.

Hands-on vocational programs like goat rearing, poultry farming, and tea shop management that empower individuals to live independently.

Each resident receives a personalized plan involving therapy, social training, and follow-up care for lasting results.

With 48 rehab spots and structured support, Vazhai has helped individuals restore stability, rebuild lives, and reconnect with families.

Some Numbers

 Our Impact at a Glance

1 +
Student Awareness
100 +
Nursing Training
1
Rehabilitation Support
1 +
Homeless Recovery
Vazhai’s work is made possible by passionate people like you.

🔹 Volunteer: Become a mentor or help us run programs
🔹 Donate: Every rupee supports therapy, training, and care
🔹 Partner: Collaborate with us for deeper community impact