Tembisa Integrated Community Home-Based Care Consortium

Who We Are

We are a community-based non-profit organisation. We provide care and support for children with disabilities as well as orphaned and vulnerable children and youth. We provide cooked meals daily, visit their homes and assist them with homework. We supply them with clothes, school uniforms and assist in negotiating school fees exemption. Our community caregivers (CCG) assist with referrals and applications for foster care grants, disability grants and personal documentation such as identity documents and birth certificates. We also run HIV and AIDS and cancer awareness campaigns and also distribute condoms. Life skills training is provided for the youth and we run a gardening project to supplement our feeding scheme. We refer survivors of abuse to and rape to relevant service providers. Services provided include: Educational Support, HIV and AIDS, Life Skills Training, Nutritional Support, Palliative Care, Psycho-Social Support, Social Welfare.

OUR MISSION

Our Mission is to empower vulnerable children in our community by providing comprehensive care, support, and resources that foster their growth, development, and well-being. We strive to create a nurturing environment where children can overcome challenges, reach their full potential, and become productive members of society.

OUR VISION

Our Vision is a community where all children, regardless of their background or challenges, have the opportunity to thrive. We envision a future where every child has access to quality education, nutritious food, safe and supportive environments, and the chance to reach their full potential.

Our Programs & Services

We are a community-based non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable children in our community.

• Child Care: We provide care and support for children with disabilities, orphans, and other vulnerable children, including:

  • Daily Meals: Providing nutritious meals to ensure children have access to adequate nutrition.

  • Educational Support: Assisting with homework, providing school supplies and uniforms, and advocating for school fee exemptions.

  • Home Visits: Conducting regular home visits to provide support and assess individual needs.

• Social Welfare Services:

  • Grant Assistance: Assisting families in applying for foster care grants, disability grants, and other social welfare benefits.

  • Documentation Support: Helping children obtain essential documents such as birth certificates and identity cards.

  • Abuse and Rape Support: Referring survivors of abuse and rape to relevant service providers for necessary support and assistance.

• Health and Wellness:

  • HIV/AIDS and Cancer Awareness: Conducting awareness campaigns to educate the community about these critical health issues.

  • HIV/AIDS Prevention: Distributing condoms and promoting safe sex practices.

• Youth Development: Providing life skills training to prepare youth for independent living and future success.

• Nutritional Support: Operating a gardening project to supplement the feeding program and promote healthy eating habits.

OUR TEAM