Happenings Happenings
We are thrilled to welcome you to the heartwarming pages of our quarterly newsletter Here at Huis Andrew Murray Child and Youth Care Centre, every day is filled with challenges, but also filled with a lot of laughter, learning and endless love. We invite you to join us in celebrating the small joys and achievements that make every day special. Newsletter
GET TO KNOW OUR SOCIAL WORKERS
Meet our dedicated team of social workers, led by Christelle Oosthuizen Grace Ndinisa, Janelle Destroo and Rechelle Smith has the big responsibility of supporting our children during challenging times Our two newest members Caroline Beukes and Veronique Alexander has been appointed as part of our new family reunification project The project focus on family reunification and works in partnership with family members to ensure that the children are returned home in the shortest time possible
As we celebrated Social Workers Day on March 18, 2025, we acknowledged their impactful efforts in our children's lives. Each team member brings unique skills and compassion, fostering a nurturing environment. They build trust, provide emotional support, and advocate for children's needs
We are proud of the inspiring work they do, and we encourage continued support and celebration of these remarkable individuals at Huis Andrew Murray
UPCOMING EVENTS
THURSDAY,1May2025
RhodesHalfMarathoninWellington
FRIDAY,30May2025
1stHAMGolfDay@AtlanticBeachLinks GolfCourseinMelkbosstrand
SATURDAY,7June2025
7thDrAndrewMurray’sAnnualBlackTie DinnerandAuction@Franschhoek Cellar
FRIDAY,20June2025
WhiteChristmasShoeboxProject
FRIDAY,19September2025
HAM/IsipaniConstructionGolfday& Auction@BoschenmeerGolfEstate
October2025
Sip&PaintLadiesEvent@ClayCafé
FRIDAY,28November2025
ChristmasShoeboxProject
ONS KWARTAAL FUNKSIES IN 2025
HAM Dankseggingsdiens Ons het 2025 afgeskop met ons jaarlikse Dankseggingsdiens tradisie by Wellington Moederkerk Ds Francois Maritz het ' n gepaste tema van sagmoedigheid in ons kinders se harte ingebring.
Die 5de HAM/ MCC Golf Dag was aangebied op Vrydag, 7 Maart 2025 by Boschenmeer Golf Estate 20 x 4 golfspanne het ‘ n heerlike warm dag op die golfbaan geniet en bygedra tot die sukses van die geleenthied.
Omgee-Mamma/Pappa & Kiddie Oggend was weereens ‘ n wenner onder die gemeenskap en ons kinders Die oggend was ‘ n groot sukses, met ons kinders wat verskeie kultuur items kon optree en tyd spandeer saam met hulle omgee-mammas en pappas
MINISTER OF DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, JACO LONDT
VISITS HAM
We were thrilled to welcome Minister Jaco Londt to Huis Andrew Murray CYCC earlier this year He met some of our children and staff and we showed him how we keep the wheels rolling at HAM
As one of the Child and Youth Care Centres (CYCCs) supported by the Western Cape Department of Social Development, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for vulnerable children. Our dedicated staff go above and beyond to ensure each child feels loved and valued, a commitment shared by many CYCCs across the province
https://www westerncape gov za/profile/mr-jaco-londt
DONOR APPRECIATION
GET INVOLVED
e are deeply grateful to our incredible donors who ake our work possible Their unwavering support lps us continue our mission and drive positive ange in our community.
ur Back to School campaign was a great success. anks to the community and businesses who supported this initiative, our children started the school year with all the necessary stationary, school clothes and school bags
Every contribution, big or small, has a ripple effect, touching lives and building brighter futures Thank you to all our donors for being a crucial part of our journey and for helping us create a nurturing environment where children can grow and flourish. Your support is not just a donation; it is an investment in the future of our community
Huis Andrew Murray CYCC is proud to be the official beneficiary of the Rhodes Quality Half Marathon event in Wellington on Thursday 1 May 2025. All the funds raised will go towards our Sports Fund to ensure that our children has access to different sport tours, equipment and activities On the online entry form, just before you make payment, you have the option to DONATE to us. Entries close on 13 April 2025.
Beneficiary Name
Andrew Murray Child ‘House Andrew Murray Child
WOOLWORTHS MYDIFFERENCE
As part of the Child and Youth Care Centres supported by the Western Cape Department of Social Development, we rely on community contributions to sustain and expand our efforts.
By adding us as a beneficiary on the Woolworths MyDifference Programme, you can directly contribute to the well-being and future of these children Your support will help us provide essential
°BodyLotion
°HairComb(EthnicHair)
°Roll-on/Spray
°Shampoo
°Conditioner
°Soap
°ShoePolish&Brush(Brown &Black)
°Jam/Peanutbutter
°AnyCannedproducts
°Sugar
°Coffee
°TomatoSauce/Chutney
°Macaroni/Spaghetti
°InstantPorridge
°Lentils
°DryBeans
OCCUPATIONAL STUDENTS
Fourth-year occupational therapy students from the University of Stellenbosch are completing a 6-week clinical rotation at Huis Andrew Murray (HAM) in Wellington Under the guidance of clinician Lomarie Thesnaar Students Tatum Nicolay and Katelyn Gangiah work in indirect services on community projects, the playground project and the literacy project and Qhamisa Dodo provides direct services, assessing and treating children at HAM
Playground Project: This initiative aims to create an enjoyable environment that encourages age-appropriate play and stimulates children's motor, sensory, social, and perceptual development.
1. Literacy Project: This project focuses on maintaining the literacy skills of children at HAM by building foundational learning skills and promoting participation in reading, listening to stories, and writing. It aims to prepare children for future learning and development, offering them the tools to excel as learners, students, and workers, ultimately paving the way to a better future
ART THERAPY
We are fortunate to have Cat de Lange Art Therapy, who teaches art classes to our Grade 7 learners.
She inspires creativity and emotional expression through various mediums, fostering artistic skills, emotional wellbeing, and self-discovery These sessions encourage students to explore their thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment, promoting confidence and personal growth. The art classes complement other programs at Huis Andrew Murray, contributing to a holistic approach to the children's development.
OPERASIE LIEFDE UITREIKTHUSONG SENTRUM
As deel van HAM se uitreikingsprogram, het
' n paar van ons kinders, sowel as personeel ' n motiveringspraatjie en geskenke gaan uitdeel vir die kinders in ons gemeenskap
Daar was speletjies gespeel en lekker gekuier en ons is dankbaar dat ons kon uitreik en ' n verskil kon maak in hulle Valentynsdag. '
SPORTDAG
Ons kinders het begin van Maart maand hulle eerste sportdag van die jaar teen Durbanville Kinderhuis geniet
Die dag het goed afgeloop en baie van ons kinders het vir eerste keer die geleentheid gekry om deel te neem aan netbal en rugby.
GROENTETUIN
Ons is baie bevoorreg om ‘ n klein groentetuin by HAM te hê. Hierdie projek is in 2024 begin met die doel om ‘ n funksionerende groetetuin te vestig, wat die kombuis van basiese groente kan verskaf.
Ons kinders is verantwoordelik om die groentetuin in stand te hou en te versorg Die grond is verdeel en elke huis is verantwoordelik vir ‘ n area. Hierdie projek val onder die selfstandige leefwyse program wat ons kinders verskeie lewensvaardighede aanleer
