Thanks to you, we have a new tractor!

Our new tractor has arrived at Elivira Village, and we are so excited! A beautiful shiny red, the tractor will be used for numerous farming activities. Most importantly, it will be a big help with the new pecan nut expansion project, which is intended to help LITTLE EDEN achieve self sustainability in the future. This […]
Help us give extra Christmas joy

With just under 3 months to go, we’re busy planning gifts to make Christmas a time to remember for every child and adult in our care. And we need your help, please. Since access to both our Homes remains restricted, please consider making a financial donation towards items on the residents’ Wish List. Donations may […]
Thanks for giving winter warmth

We asked for your help to provide new winter clothing for our residents and you responded with the kindness and generosity we’ve come to know. Soft fleecy pyjamas … winter tracksuits … jackets, beanies, socks and shoes now occupy the residents’ shelves and cupboards. Thank you so much for your amazing response. Winter has been […]
Get ready for all the Christmas joy

Look out for our virtual Christmas concert – coming to a screen near you in November! For our safety and yours, we will again be recording the concert for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home, rather than putting on live shows at our Homes. Last Christmas, the residents loved being ‘movie […]
A tale of three brothers

Admitting three children from the same family back in 2009 was a first for LITTLE EDEN. All three of the brothers have profound intellectual disability owing to a suspected genetic disorder. When they first arrived here, the eldest, Tau (who was 9 years old at the time) could walk, but not talk or feed himself. […]
Hello and Goodbye

During 2020, we bid farewell to four Fidesco volunteers from France – Sarah Potié, Adèle Rigoigne, Blandine Josse and Laure Pinel. We thank them for their service and dedication to our residents. Once restrictions were lifted earlier this year, we were able to welcome two new volunteers, Camille Jacob and Soline Geze, who currently serve […]
Gaining in confidence and skills – Vukahle is loving life

Looking at the joyful picture of Vukahle, it’s inspiring to witness the effort and determination it takes for him to master simple movements like beating a drum or setting the music chimes tinkling. Vukahle has severe cerebral palsy, and battles to control his muscles and the movement of his arms and legs. Instead of being […]
Mary’s Mill opens

On 14 May 2021 a small group of staff, members of residents’ families, and representatives of the Board of Governors gathered at Elvira Rota Village for the official opening of Mary’s Mill, a new section for 26 older, more independent residents. The setup and layout are centred around their individual needs. The name “Mary” was […]
Update on the Cause of Beatification and Canonisation

The Cause process for the founders of LITTLE EDEN Society reached an important milestone on 10 April 2021, with the Opening Session of the Inquiry for the Cause for Sainthood of the Servants of God, Domitilla and Danny Hyams at Christ the King Cathedral in Johannesburg. Key features of the Opening Session were the presentation […]
AGM goes virtual

In the words of Stephen Hawking, “Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.” With this in mind, officials, staff, friends and relatives went online to attend LITTLE EDEN’s 53rd Annual General Meeting on Saturday 24 July. Rev Doug Boake, Chairman of the Board of Governors, said that, “Despite the prevailing gloom and doom in […]