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Prabh Aasra

Cradle Baby Scheme

Home for Destitute Women in Punjab

Prabh Aasra gives abandoned, homeless and helpless women a safe roof, warm meals, medical care and the respect every woman deserves. Free of cost, for as long as they need us.

No woman who reaches our gate is sent back to the street. Not for lack of money, family or papers

Many of the women we shelter were found on roadsides, at railway stations or outside hospitals. Some were abandoned by their own families in old age. Others lost their way because of mental illness and could not say where home was.

At Prabh Aasra they find a shelter home that feels like family: a clean bed, daily meals, clothing, treatment and people who call them by name.

Who We Shelter

A home for women the world has forgotten

We accept women regardless of age, religion, background or condition, giving first priority to those who are completely alone and have nowhere else to turn.

Abandoned elderly women

Widows without support

Differently abled women

Women separated from family

Survivors of neglect and abuse

Women with mental illness

Homeless and destitute women

Who We Shelter

A home for women the world has forgotten

Shelter & Daily Needs


Safe, round-the-clock residential care in women-only wards, with caretakers who live alongside residents. Every woman receives a clean bed, three nutritious meals a day, seasonal clothing and help with personal care.

Women-only living spaces

Three meals every day

Clothing and hygiene essentials

Personal care for the bedridden

Medical Care


Women often arrive weak, injured or with long-untreated illness. Our medical team and the Prabh Aasra charitable hospital provide free check-ups, medicines, physiotherapy and hospital care whenever it is needed.

Free health check on arrival

Daily medicines and nursing

Physiotherapy and mobility aids

Charitable hospital support

Counselling & Mental Health


Many residents carry deep trauma, loneliness or mental illness. Through patient counselling, psychiatric treatment and a calm daily routine, we help women regain stability, confidence and the ability to trust again.

Psychiatric consultation

One-to-one counselling

Prayer, music and group time

Gentle daily routine

Skills & Self Reliance


Women who are able are encouraged to learn and contribute. Stitching, handicrafts, kitchen work and gardening give residents purpose, a sense of worth and skills they can carry into a more independent life.

  • Stitching and tailoring
  • Handicraft work
  • Kitchen and garden duties
  • Basic literacy support

Mission Milaap


For women who have lost their way, our Mission Milaap team traces addresses, works with police and counsels families so residents can return home safely. Hundreds of families across India have been reunited this way.

  • Address tracing
  • Coordination with police
  • Family counselling
  • Safe return journey

Shelter & Daily Needs

Safe, round-the-clock residential care in women-only wards, with caretakers who live alongside residents. Every woman receives a clean bed, three nutritious meals a day, seasonal clothing and help with personal care.

Women-only living spaces

Three meals every day

Clothing and hygiene essentials

Personal care for the bedridden

Medical Care

Women often arrive weak, injured or with long-untreated illness. Our medical team and the Prabh Aasra charitable hospital provide free check-ups, medicines, physiotherapy and hospital care whenever it is needed.

Free health check on arrival

Daily medicines and nursing

Physiotherapy and mobility aids

Charitable hospital support

Counselling & Mental Health

Many residents carry deep trauma, loneliness or mental illness. Through patient counselling, psychiatric treatment and a calm daily routine, we help women regain stability, confidence and the ability to trust again.

Psychiatric consultation

One-to-one counselling

Prayer, music and group time

Gentle daily routine

Skills & Self Reliance

Women who are able are encouraged to learn and contribute. Stitching, handicrafts, kitchen work and gardening give residents purpose, a sense of worth and skills they can carry into a more independent life.

  • Stitching and tailoring
  • Handicraft work
  • Kitchen and garden duties
  • Basic literacy support

Mission Milaap

For women who have lost their way, our Mission Milaap team traces addresses, works with police and counsels families so residents can return home safely. Hundreds of families across India have been reunited this way.

  • Address tracing
  • Coordination with police
  • Family counselling
  • Safe return journey
Daily Routine Timeline
Daily Routine
MORNING

Prayer & Breakfast

The day begins with prayer, bathing assistance and a warm breakfast together.

MID MORNING

Health Rounds

Nurses check vitals, give medicines and attend to anyone who is unwell.

AFTERNOON

Lunch & Rest

A nutritious meal followed by rest for elderly and recovering residents.

EVENING

Skills & Company

Stitching, crafts, therapy sessions and time to talk with friends.

NIGHT

Dinner & Care

Dinner, evening prayer and caretakers on duty through the night.

How Women Reach Us

If you see a woman in need, call us

Admission is free and open. Our rescue team and ambulances respond across Punjab to bring helpless women to safety.

24/7 Rescue Helpline

Call any time, day or night

Public Calls

Citizens who spot a destitute woman on the road call our helpline, and our team reaches her with an ambulance.

Police Referrals

Local police bring women found helpless or unidentified, and we complete all admission formalities with them.

Hospitals & Welfare Bodies

Hospitals and social welfare departments refer women who have no family to take them home after treatment.

Walk-In At Our Gate

Any woman who comes to us seeking shelter is welcomed, assessed and given a place to stay.

Questions About Our Women's Shelter

No. Shelter, food, clothing, medical treatment and rehabilitation are provided completely free of charge. Our work runs on the support of donors and volunteers.

Any woman who is homeless, abandoned, mentally or physically challenged, or without family support can be admitted, regardless of age, religion or background.

For as long as she needs. Some residents return home through Mission Milaap, while others make Prabh Aasra their permanent family.

Yes. Visitors and volunteers are welcome to spend time with residents, celebrate occasions or help with activities. Please call our helpline to plan your visit.

Your donation directly funds meals, medicines, clothing, hospital care and daily needs for women who have no one else to provide for them.

Be the family she lost

Your support keeps a woman safe tonight and cared for tomorrow. Every gift reaches the residents of our home directly.