Elsburg residents treated to a shower and meal through an initiative
Street Shower provides mobile hot showers and personal hygiene care to those in need.
Several Elsburg neighbourhood organisations came together to support their community by providing free showers and meals through the Street Shower initiative.
The recent event at the Elsburg Wrestling Club drew participation from local groups, including Showers of Blessings, the Central Bikers Church and Fish and Bread Elsburg.
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Street Shower is an NPC based in Gauteng that offers mobile hot showers and personal hygiene care to those in need.
“The event began with praise and worship, followed by a short sermon. The participants could shower in the mobile unit and receive a set of clothing upon exiting,” explained Karin Visser from Fish and Bread Elsburg.
Other services offered included haircuts, warm meals with cold drinks and activities for children like face painting.
“The event was a great success. People sang in the showers, and everyone left with full stomachs, new hairstyles, and smiles on their faces,” Visser added.
She also highlighted the current struggles Elsburg residents face, stating, “We want to raise awareness that many people in our community are in dire need of help. Ordinary individuals are facing tough times.”
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In addition to the Street Shower initiative, Fish and Bread prepares soup every Saturday to serve the less fortunate at the Elsburg Civic Centre from 09:00.
Those interested in supporting the project can call Maans on 074 134 7926.
Visser encouraged community involvement, stating, “We are also preparing for our Christmas project and welcome any donations.”
