Help Fremar to help others
Fremar South Africa has a first phase farm in Benoni, which is involved in the rehabilitation of marginalised people and needs various donations from the community.
The farm is home to 30 men who have battled with substance abuse and addiction.
They are usually referred to Fremar by various organisations and individuals such as churches and the police.
Fremar South Africa, which is part of Remar International, started in 1998 and now has six homes in Gauteng and Mpumalanga and accommodates a total of 120 women, men and children.
Some of these came to the centre with their lives almost destroyed, but are now able to extend a helping hand to others who enter the homes.
As winter is fast approaching, they are in need of warm clothing for all the homes, but always need clothing for the men at the home in Benoni.
They have a wish list of the following donations and sponsorship:
- bunk beds, mattresses, cupboards, wardrobes and shelving;
- tables with chairs or benches suitable for eating and doing activities with many people;
- big chest freezers;
- gas stoves and gas cylinders;
- appliances such as fridges, microwaves, television sets and DVD players, as well as cutlery, crockery and cookware;
- industrial washing machines;
- building material ;
- rolls of material to make linen, bedding and clothing;
- stationery and toiletries;
- a vehicle that is economical to use for collections and deliveries, as well general maintenance of the vehicle currently being used;
- assistance with municipal bills, as well as medical aid and medical care for residents.
People in the community of Fremar live in a closed environment and are assisted in working towards a life that is free of dependency on drugs and alcohol.
As this is a Christian charity organisation, the residents are rehabilitated and supported in an environment where attending church services and studying the Bible are integral to their healing process.
The men on the farm in Benoni are in their first phase, meaning that they have just been taken from their dire situations and, therefore, their interaction with people from the outside is limited.
The usage of alcohol, cigarettes and drugs (except medicines prescribed by a doctor in case of infirmity) is also forbidden in the home, which is why contact with people from the outside is minimal.
In order to facilitate the re-integration of the residents into society, they are taught skills which will prepare them professionally.
They are exposed to farming, the production of household detergents as well as general DIY and maintenance skills.
To find out more about assisting Fremar, contact the office on 011 435 1725, or drop off any donations at their Johannesburg-based head office, at 70 Third Avenue, The Hill.
