Chocolate treats are fun and tasty. But this Easter, we also want to give our special angels something more essential …

… a good night’s sleep.

 

Please will you help?

 

We’ve managed to replace just under half the mattresses at Elvira Rota Village, leaving us with 58 still to buy. These mattresses come with a special durable cover to protect them, and cost R1 925 each. But, multiply that by 58 and it adds up to over a Hundred Thousand Rand! Money that we just don’t have spare right now.

 

Will you please consider sponsoring one mattress with a donation of R1 925?  Or co-sponsor a mattress with a smaller donation. Every rand helps bring us closer to our target of a good night’s sleep for every single child and adult in our care.
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If you agree that a good night’s sleep can make your entire day more productive and enjoyable, please consider giving this gift to one of our ‘angels’. Many of them spend a large portion of their day lying on a mattress or sitting in a wheelchair. And – especially those affected by cerebral palsy – they don’t have a lot of muscle or fat to cushion their limbs. Having a good, comfortable mattress really does make a huge difference in their lives.

 

These special children and adults with profound intellectual disability ask so little of us. They don’t need expensive new clothes, gadgets or outings; they are happy and content when they feel comfortable and safe.

 

And this is the precious gift you can give when you make your donation now towards mattresses and covers.
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Our residents spend a lot of time lying down. Please help us keep them comfortable by sponsoring new mattresses.

OUR HOMES

LITTLE EDEN has two residential homes, providing 24-hour care for children and adults with profound intellectual disability – Domitilla and Danny Hyams Home in Edenglen, suitable for younger and more severely disabled children, and Elvira Rota Village, a farm in Bapsfontein ideally suited to those who are more mobile, older or higher functioning.
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MEET THE CHILDREN

Sindi has severe intellectual disability caused by birth complication. She was admitted to LITTLE EDEN when she was 7 years old as her mother, who works full time, is unable to provide the care she needs.

Although she cannot speak, Sindi understands much of what is said to her and she is eager to learn. She has a lovely, gentle nature, and is always smiling.

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PLACEMENTS

LITTLE EDEN caters for people with profound intellectual disability – those who are classified as uneducable – of all races and creeds. Priority is given to those who have been abandoned or abused, or who come from severely disadvantaged backgrounds. Once accepted into the LITTLE EDEN family, they remain with us for life.

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VOLUNTEER

Students wishing to do community service at LITTLE EDEN should note that community service hours may only be accumulated during weekdays, from 08:30 to 12:30. Afternoons, weekends and public holidays are NOT available. School holidays are ideal. Please contact Nichollette Muthige on 011 609 7246 to make arrangements.

For more information about local and international volunteers, contact us at info@littleeden.org.za

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