Need Help?
For over five decades, the LITTLE EDEN Society has opened its heart and home to those with profound intellectual disabilities, creating a sanctuary of compassion and dignity in South Africa. Every day since 1967, we’ve embraced the sacred mission of caring for these extraordinary individuals who touch our lives with their pure spirits.
Who Can Apply?
At LITTLE EDEN, we provide lifelong care for children and adults with profound intellectual disabilities who need full-time support.
To ensure we meet each resident’s needs with the highest level of care, we follow specific admission criteria. Please review the guidelines below to see if your loved one qualifies for placement.
Severe or Profound Mental Disability
All assessments must specifically state “severe or profound mental disability.”
Proof of Residence
- The applicant must have lived in Gauteng for at least the past two years.
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
Household Income
- There is no household income limit to apply.
- If unemployed, an affidavit confirming unemployment is required.
- Any Care Dependency Grant or SASSA grant (where applicable) must be paid to LITTLE EDEN.
Court Orders
- Applications for children who are subject to a court order will be considered.
Fees
- The standard care fee is R16,900 per resident per month.
- The amount payable by families is determined according to household income and any applicable government grant subsidy.
Waiting list
- Applicants who meet the admission criteria will be placed on a waiting list until a suitable placement becomes available.
Admission Process
Documents Required
Email or Submit by hand:
- South African ID
- Proof or residence
- Contact Details
- Social Worker Report
- Doctors report indicating the diagnosis of the applicant
Application Review Committee
Once your complete application is received, the board will review all materials.
Medical Requirements
- Peg tubes and catheters will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- No applicants with Nasogastric Tubes or Permanent Oxygen will be considered
Age and Mobility
We accept young children from 3 years old
Assessment
Your loved one will be invited for an on-site evaluation.