ABOUT US
“Where there is Hope there is Healing”
Welcome to Hope Child Development Centre, a beacon of hope and support for children and families seeking specialized care and education. Founded by Dr. Shaziya Virani, a Senior Occupational Therapist, and Ritwik Pillai, a Managing Partner, Hope CDC was born from a shared vision of providing holistic development opportunities for children of all abilities.
At Hope CDC, we believe that every child’s potential is nurtured and celebrated. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive and succeed, regardless of their abilities or challenges. Our centre is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate services to support children and families on their journey of growth and development.
Mission Statement
At Hope Child Development Centre, our mission is to empower children with diverse abilities to thrive and succeed. With a focus on specialized services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behavioural Therapy, Remedial Education, Special Education, and Counselling, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and individualized support to each child we serve.
Our core values of compassion, empathy, and respect guide us in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. Through evidence-based practices, innovative therapies, and personalized education plans, we aim to unlock the full potential of every child, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
By fostering collaboration among families, educators, and therapists, we strive to create a holistic approach to child development, addressing not only academic needs but also social, emotional, and physical well-being. Our commitment to excellence ensures that each child receives the highest quality of care and education, paving the way for a bright and promising future.
At Hope Child Development Centre, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are dedicated to making that belief a reality.
Our Story
Established in 2020, Hope Child Development Centre was founded with a vision to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children of all abilities can learn, grow, and flourish. Inspired by our founder’s personal experiences and passion for child development, our centre has grown to become a trusted and respected resource for families in our community.
Driven by a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, Dr. Shaziya Virani and Ritwik Pillai, embarked on a journey to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. With their combined expertise in occupational therapy, counselling, and management, they established Hope CDC as a haven for children to grow, learn, and flourish.
Our Vision
Our vision at Hope CDC is to empower children to reach their fullest potential and become confident, capable, and compassionate individuals. We envision a world where every child is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive in a safe and inclusive environment.
Mission
At Hope Child Development Centre, our mission is to provide comprehensive and personalized care to children through specialized programs in Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behavioural Therapy, Remedial Education, Special Education, and Counselling. We are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes holistic development and empowers children to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
Values
Our values serve as the guiding principles that inform everything we do at Hope CDC:
Compassion: We approach each child and family with empathy, understanding, and kindness.
Excellence: We are dedicated to providing high-quality care and education, striving for excellence in every aspect of our work.
Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and embrace the unique abilities and strengths of every child.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, working closely with families, educators, and professionals to support each child’s development.
Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct in all our interactions.
Our Founders
Shaziya is a young, energetic professional who has dedicated her life to becoming the best paediatric Occupational Therapist. Despite her age, she has achieved considerable success as an individual and has served as a role model for many other young professionals.
Shaziya has been working as a licensed Occupational Therapist since 2018 and has worked with both children and adults in a number of settings and with a variety of conditions.
Shaziya has mostly dealt with children and adolescents who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Developmental Delays, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Neurological Disorders, Genetic Disorders, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD).
Shaziya strongly believes Hope Child Development Centre will be able to provide parents with a multi-disciplinary setting in which they may receive the best possible care for their children’s overall development.
Ritwik leads the charge for Hope CDC when it comes to monitoring the entire arrangement. He is a person who is full of life and enjoys having a good time. He is a marketing and sales professional with over 8 years of experience working with a variety of firms.
Ritwik has been working in the background with Hope CDC since its inception, but with the center’s expansion plans, he has dedicated his entire time to monitoring its growth. His key role at the organization is to deliver the best service possible in Pune. His goals are in line with the future of the centre.
Dhanori
8983380814
Atlantis City, Sr.No 283/2, 3rd Floor, Om Classic, Porwal Rd, Kutwal Colony, Lohegaon, Pune, Maharashtra 411047
Kharadi
8600982271
Sr. No. 20/1, Pool, next to Vatsalya Hospital, near Mundhwa, Kharadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411014