Type NGO | Website Official website | |
Founder Cyrus Vandrevala and Priya Vandrevala | ||
Vandrevala Foundation is an NGO established by Cyrus Vandrevala and Priya Vandrevala. In 2009, It established Mental Health Initiative -- India to raise awareness and provide services to mentally ill or emotionally distressed individuals.
The organisation operates multiple crisis hotlines in key Indian cities with the collaboration of Emmanuel Hospital Association, St Stephen’s Hospital and the Mar Thoma Church. Its efforts has been noted by the media.
Jeevan Aastha Helpline handle calls to the helpline number 1860 266 2345. Jeevan Aastha Helpline is an initiative by the Gandhinagar Police department to provide telephonic counselling to emotionally distressed individuals across India.
The Jeevan Aastha Helpline has an alternate toll free number 1800 233 3330.
Operations in cities
The Vandrevala Foundation operates its helplines in the following cities: