The Siyathandwa Stimulation Centre is in need of building materials to extend the centre so they can cater for more children with disabilities.
The Etwatwa NPO is a centre for children and adults who have severe disabilities between the ages of four months to 30 years old.
Founder Mpumelelo Sikhosana said they need to build more stimulation rooms as they have 22 children at the centre.
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“My wish is to see the centre being extended and being more environmently friendly,” said Sikhosana.
Sikhosana is a professional nurse who left her job to start the centre in her home in 2016.
“I started the centre because I saw there was a huge need for children with disabilities. Most parents are in denial of their children’s conditions and it is harder for them to take care of them,” she said.
“My goal is to provide them with a disability-friendly home and to ensure all their needs are taken care of.”
The centre operates 24 hours a day with four caregivers.
She said it is important for families to love their children whether they are disabled or not, they are so easy to love and they are blessings.
The centre will also appreciate any donations of clothes, blankets, educational toys and non-perishable food.
To donate or for more information contact Sikhosana on 082 667 4989 or at siyathandwadaycare@gmail.com
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