Christmas 2010 was a huge success and a big party was arranged for the children on New Years Day.  A barbeque was held and we hired a DJ for the children, they had loads of fun dancing to the music, opening their presents, meeting Santa Clause and eating all the food which was provided through asome very generous donations. The careworkers also had fund joining in with the children.

Progress of Baphumelele Children’s Home

Out of 149 children we had in the care of Baphumelele Children’s Home, 33 children have been discharged.  Some of the children were re-unified with their families after so many years being in the care of Baphumelele Children’s Home and some of them were placed in alternative placements with foster parents.  Although it is sad the children had to leave as they became part of the Baphumelele family it is good news and good progress as we all know that children need to grow within the family environment as much as possible.

In February 2011, a new specialized team was established by Baphumelele Children’s Home called the Re-Unification Team.  This team works hand in hand with the social workers rendering re-unification/re-integration services.  The team trace the family members of the children and assess and screen them to establish whether they are capable of looking after the child, they then consolidate the placement of the child.  The re-unification team also conduct school visits relating to children that are at Baphumelele and create the education plans so that the child’s education needs can be identified and worked on.

Back to School Programme

 

At the beginning of January the back to school programme was implemented.  Preparations were being made to ensure that the children were equipped with the correct stationery, books and school uniforms for the new year ahead of them, this was made possible thanks to one of our respected donors who sponsored the children’s uniforms.

On the 21st of January 2011 all school aged children returned to school.  Our children were very excited as most of them were starting new grades and the younger children were starting their school careers.  A few of our children have had to repeat previous grades, but we plan on helping them to achieve their potential this year by offering them extra lessons and help with the aid of our volunteers.

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