The Leprosy Mission has been bringing hope and new life to people affected by leprosy for nearly 135 years, inspired by the work of their founder, Wellesley Bailey. At its inception in 1874 there was no known cure for leprosy, and The Leprosy Mission, or TLM as it is known, could only reach out to an unloved, "untouchable" people to offer care and compassion. TLM has never lost this calling, and last year again brought hope and new life to nearly 60,000 people suffering from active leprosy in 28 countries worldwide.
Hospital Services
Rehabilitations
Research & Resource
TLM India has 18 of its own hospitals. The total bed strength of these hospitals is 1,170. Disability assessments are made at each hospital and disability prevention activity carried out by training the patients and their caregivers in self-care/ulcer care.
TLM India has over 23 time-bound projects focusing on Community Based Rehabilitation to raise health awareness, advocacy and provide technical assistance to government health centers.
The Stanley Browne Laboratory at Sahahdara, Delhi is involved in laboratory-based research. The lab has undertaken projects associated with nerve function impairment in leprosy and early diagnosis.
