2. General Information 1-4
Statistics 5
Education 6
Health 7
Activities 8-10
Staff Development &
Social Work Activities 11-14
Land, Building & Equipment 15
Volunteers 16
Donors 17-19

3. As we reflect on the past year 2014-2015, we have many reasons to be
grateful to the Almighty for all the graces received throughout the year. In
the past year we have tested bitter and sweet elements of life as we all
know that raising a child in the Society today is not really an easy thing.
We have journeyed together with our children in all their walks of life
striving to bring the best in them by facilitating healing and development.
This would not have been possible without the commitment, love and care
of the team that see to the day to day functioning of the Home and Board
of Management. Their efforts have been enabled by the generosity of many people who have shared their time,
talents, resources and have supported the Home financially. In a special way I wish to convey our sincere
gratitude for all the support you have given us through the year particularly the year 2014-2015. I wish to end
with these beautiful words from Mother Teresa. “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across
the waters to create many ripples”.
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CHAIRPERSON
SECRETARY PRINCIPAL/MANAGER

4. Our Mission statement is to provide
spiritual, therapeutic and developmental
care for a maximum 110 Children & Youth.
Our Vision as a Children’s Home (Child & Youth Care
Centre) is to alleviate trauma and heal children and
youth through human and other resources. The
“Organisation” hopes that by believing, loving and
serving, Children/Youth will reach their physical,
spiritual, emotional, intellectual and social full potential.
St. Vincent Children’s Home (Child & Youth Care
Centre) strives to contribute in building a better society
where Children and Youth rights and responsibilities
will be observed and soundly applied.
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5. The organisation is under the supervision of
the Congregation of the Missionary Sisters of
the Precious Blood in partnership with the
Department of Social Development. The
organisation is situated on the property of the
Missionary Sisters of The Precious Blood
Mariannhill, in the Magisterial district of
Pinetown (Ethembeni Inner West City
Council) Ward 15, KwaZulu-Natal Province.
St. Vincent Children’s Home (Child & Youth Care Centre) was
founded by Trappist Monks in 1899 and was run by the Congregation
of the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood right from its
inception up to date. Ownership was transferred in 1929 to
Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood. St. Vincent Children’s
Home operates as a Non Profit and Public Benefit Organisation
pursuant and subject to the provision of the Children’s Amendment
Act No. 41 of 2007.
Contact Details:
10 St. Vincent’s Drive
PO Box 11052
3601 Mariannhill/KZN
Republic of South Africa
Tel. (031) 7002054, (081)4825994
stvincent102@gmail.com; stvincent@vodamail.co.za;
www.StVincentChildrensHome.org.za
The St Vincent Children’s Home
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6. The main objective of the Organisation is to operate as a Child &
Youth Care Centre and Place of Safety with RSA in accordance with
the provisions of Children’s Act No. 38 of 2005 & No. 41 of 2007. The
Home is designated for residential care for children who are found to
be in need of care by a Court on the basis set out in Section 150(1) of
Children’s Act No. 38 of 2005.
Providing Care for orphaned children, children who have social
problems such as abuse and children with special needs. The
organisation endeavours to assist them to develop their sense of
identity through Social Work Interventions, connecting with
experienced individuals and organisations for specialised resources
such as psychologists and Childline. Basic skills that prepare the
children for their future are offered; such as cooking, gardening,
knitting and computer. The organisation provides for their
educational, health, recreational and physical needs. We strive to do
everything in the best interest of the child.
The organisation is 75% subsidized by the Department of Social
Development, the rest comes from the help of the Missionaries Sisters
of the Precious Blood, organisations such as Community Chest and
other local donors- individuals, organisations and companies. The
maximum age of retention is 12 years for boys and 18 years for girls.
The organisation strives to work with the families of the children and
to recruit host families for re-unification of children to the society and
foster care for our children. Though the organisation is a Catholic
institution it admits children from different denominations.
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7. Total
Released children/Youth
Family/ Parents
Foster Care
Other Children’s Homes
Absconded
Number of children/youth on 01 April 2014
Total
Boys
Girls
Retention
Committed
At the end of December 2014
Number of children/youth 31 March 2015
Total
Admitted
New Totals:
Boys
Girls
Retention
Committed
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8. Children attending various schools
• School uniforms were provided for all children; donations towards school uniforms, stationary
and shoes were received.
• School fees and transport fees were paid.
• Extra lessons fee was paid- especially for KwaSanti.
• One child receives a sponsorship from a former St. Vincent child to enroll at St. Francis College.
• Children are transported to and from school.
• Four teachers continue to assist with school projects every afternoon during the week.
• Children attended farewell parties in various Primary Schools.
We thank our remedial teachers for their hard work their patience and love for our children and all
those who work together to make sure that children’s educational needs are provided.
West Park
Special School
KwaSanti
Secondary School
Mariannhill
Primary School
Mariannhill Lower
Primary School
Jubilee Senior Primary
School
Numbers as of 01 April 2014
Children attending various schools
Special School Children
pass fail
KwaSanti Secondary School
pass fail
pass fail
Primary Schools
West Park
Special School
KwaSanti
Secondary School
Mariannhill
Primary School
Mariannhill Lower
Primary School
Jubilee Senior Primary
School
St. Francis
College
Numbers as of 31 March 2015
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9. The professional nurse and assistant nurse attended to the health needs of the children. Supervisors and
Child andYouth CareWorkers also assisted in administering medication under the guidance of the
Professional. We are grateful to the nursing team and all the institutions who have helped us to keep our
children in good health.
Children attended various health institutions for various assessments and treatment.
General Check-ups especially for
newly admitted children.
Doctors appointments at
St. Mary’s Hospital
R.K. Khan Hosptial
St. Aiden’s Hospital
Chief Albert Luthuli
St. Anne’s Clinic Treatment
Pinetown Clinic Immunizations
Eye Clinic St. Mary’s Hospital
Dentist
On ARV’s
Cancer treatment
Children on support treatment
Admitted to the hospital
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10. Children participated in various sport events in their schools and at the Home.
• Fees for sports and excursions were paid for individual children.
• Children participated in an annual Sports Day for all Children’s Homes
organised by the Post Cultural Society. St. Vincent Won the biggest trophy
for behaviour and performance for the second year in a row.
• The children and Care Workers organised various different dramas, dance
groups, concerts and role plays for programmes within the home.
• Children visited the beach during holidays.
• Various visitors came throughout the year and provided gifts and
programmes for the children.
• SA Rugby Legends Association visited the home & distributed stationary.
• Entertainment activities such as movie nights, talent shows, baking and
fitness were planned and implemented by the supervisors and care
workers.
• Cottage reps were organised to allow the older children to be
representatives and partake in making decisions, expressing concerns,
gaining leadership experience, etc.
• Children attended Children’s VIP day organised by ICC Durban.
• In a special way thanks you to Durban African Sport Coaching, Prime
Agencies and St Benedict School for allowing us to use their facility for our
2014 Sport Day.
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11. Children were exposed to various awareness programmes.
• Early Childhood Development toddlers were exposed to different themes
and educational programmes.
• A Keep Safe Programme was conducted to prepare children for being
away from the Home during the holidays.
• Freedom Day programme was held within the Home and all children
participated.
• Human Rights Day Programme was coordinated by Care Workers and
Children. Drama, dancing, speeches and singing were done by the
children and a guest speaker was invited as well.
• Children’s and Youth Day programmes were coordinated by the Child &
Youth Care Workers. Heritage, Women’s and Workers Day programmes
were organised.
• Thank very much to our entertainment, educational and recreation team.
• Children attended an HIV/AIDS Awareness programme organised by the
Mariannhill Diocese.
• 9 Children attended a trip at Moyeni Lodge sponsored by Childline.
• 4 Children attended Youth Forums with topics including; Children’s Act,
Teenage pregnancy, cultural diversity, Leadership qualities and corporal
punishment.
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12. We convey our appreciation to all those working together so that the Spirit of prayer
and Gospel values are upheld in the Home and we can ensure the Spiritual
nourishment of the children.
• Prayerful atmosphere and culture of prayer was encouraged and observed among
children and staff.
• Newly admitted children were taught prayers.
• The custom of praying before and after every activity and meal was observed.
• Children attended Holy Mass every Sunday and Wednesday in the Parish.
• The nursery children and their teachers attended Holy Mass on Tuesday mornings
in the Parish.
• Church clothing was provided for children.
• 59 children attended catechism classes every Saturday.
• 10 children were prepared for Holy Communion.
• 10 children received holy communion.
• 10 children participated in the Corpus Christi procession in Mariannhill.
• The children participated in the AIDS Day program organised by Diocese Office
and other NGO’s in Mariannhill.
• Catechism, hymnbooks and Bibles were purchased for the children.
• An all staff retreat was conducted at Tre-Fontane.
• A spiritual program was conducted by Catholic Bible Society for all children.
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13. Staff Meetings:
Full staff meetings were conducted twice a month and any time a problem or need arose.
Receptions were organised for staff members retiring or leaving and as a thank you on
holidays such as Child & Youth Care Worker Day.
Supervisor Meetings:
Supervisors met with the Principal twice a month to plan programmes, discuss challenges and
update one another on the happenings of their respective areas.
Child & Youth Care Workers:
Child & Youth Care Workers met weekly to plan and evaluate programs conducted with the
children.
Management:
St. Vincent is run by a Board of Management. The 9 members that serve on the
board guide all matters regarding the running of the organisation. The Board
serves as the highest authority. Any proposals that are made by the Principal
and internal team are ultimately decided on by the Board. The Board members
met 5 times during the 2014-2015 year under review. The Board is in place to
ensure that the organisation runs smoothly. The Chairperson of the Board
attended the NACCW’s Child & Youth Care Centre’s Board Members forum with
the Principal to facilitate networking and share common concerns/issues in area
Child and Youth Care Centres. We thank them for their commitment, giving of
their time and the support they have given to the Internal Management for the
love and care of the Children at St Vincent Children’s Home, without any
remuneration.
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14. NACCW Workshops:
Child & Youth Care Forums were attended by Social Worker,
Social Auxiliary Worker, Senior Supervisor and online
Supervisor Child & Youth Care Workers for St. Vincent as
well as other Children’s Homes.
Topics of these Workshops included:
• Parental skills
• Behavioural Anger Management
• Challenging Behaviour
• Child Abuse & Bullying
These Workshops provided Care Workers:
• Strategies to deal with bullying
• Skills for behaviour management
• Preparation for negative behaviour from youth
• Physical and emotional fitness
• A boost of self-esteem
In-Service Trainings:
Trainings are conducted for all staff members. These workshops help with team building, communication, behaviour
management and other skills according to job qualifications. Staff members are also encouraged to develop themselves by
attending development workshops and conferences outside the organisation.
In-Service Trainings conducted:
Medication Time taking (24/04/14); Job Description (20/06/14); Observation Book & Logging- Confidentiality (12/09/14);
Importance of Activity Practice (24/10/2014); Individual Development Plan Preparation (24/04/15)
NACCW Forums:
Forums were attended by Social Worker, Senior Child &
Youth Care Supervisor and Auxiliary Social Worker.
NACCW Principal Forum & Board Members Forum:
The Principal of the Home and Chairperson of the Board of
Management attended the forum meetings.
Topics:
• Transformation of Child & Youth Care Centres providing
clarity on the requirements of the Children’s Act.
(06/06/14)
• Challenges and updates on other Child & Youth Care
Centres. (25/03/15)
• Election of local representatives. (31/03/15)
We are grateful for our supervisors and their efforts to
promote training and development within the Home.
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15. All children who are admitted to the Home have a broken circle of courage and have
faced life challenges in one way or another. Therapeutic intervention is used to help
each child heal and develop. Residential Social Worker and Social Auxiliary Worker,
work to ensure proper care and protection for all children by attending to each child's
needs. Children are welcome to approach the Social Worker’s at any time and their
individual needs are attended to. If there is a need, the child is referred for further
specialized counselling and assessment. The Social Workers work very closely with the
Online Supervisors and Child and Youth Care Workers to ensure that the best interest
of each child is the main focus of intervention.
Group work was used to enhance social functioning of children who attended. The
main focus was to help the children heal, develop and address their common needs in
a group setting where they can receive support from each other. They get the
opportunity to share and learn from each other’s experiences. Some of the topics
dealt with were identifying and dealing with behaviour of concern. Children who
needed special attention were attended to privately.
The Home Social Worker (right) and
Auxiliary Social Worker (left).
People who came to the Home to seek any sort of assistance were attended to according to their needs. This includes people
who wanted to host children, people seeking employment and those who needed assistance and guidance to relevant
resources. Referral letters were written for those people who needed to be directed to relevant structures. People who used
to reside in the home approached the Home and most of them were seeking their background information or background
information about their families.
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16. Children from the Home were given the opportunity to be part of the larger community ie they attended
school and church, they take part in church activities and they also attend programs where they interact with
other groups of children and children from other Children’s Homes.
To allow the children to be part of society, the Home also allows them to make calls to their families and
relatives. They are given the opportunity to visit their families or host families during weekends and school
holidays. Their families and relatives are always welcome to visit the children at St. Vincent. The Home
encourages a simple life style that will allow the children to live within the standards of the common society.
Re-unification is a process that calls for Reconstruction Social Workers, Residential team and family/relatives
to take part and work together to make the process run smoothly. Families are included in the case reviews and
joint meetings to prepare for re-unification. Host families were recruited for children who have no families or
relatives to give them that experience of being in a family environment. Leave of absence is always required for
any child to be able to go home for a visit.
Food parcels were given to children from needy families and some children were transported to their
destinations, while others were given bus fare. While the children are at home, surprise home visits were
conducted to monitor the children and the home circumstances- especially children who are on medication. On
return, holiday evaluations are conducted by Child & Youth Care Workers to find out if the children were happy
and well-cared for at home. Cases where there is concern are then referred to the Social Workers to look into.
The staff made sure that all the children who did not go home during December holidays enjoyed being in the
Home as much as possible. The children were very happy about the special treatment they received.
A special gratitude goes to our Residential Social Worker, Auxiliary Social Worker and Child and Youth Care Team.
Therapeutic care of our children would not be possible without their dedication, professionalism and above all
the love and respect they have for the children.
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17. • The building was kept in good condition.
• The rent was paid every month.
• Repairs and maintenance were done on the building.
• Plumbing has been an issue and challenge. The work was
outsourced.
• The big generator was serviced.
• Electrical wiring and labelling was done.
• Vehicles were sent for service.
• License and tracker was paid for 3 vehicles.
• Television licenses were renewed.
• The painting of the swings and the jungle gyms was done
through donation.
• The floor in the multipurpose room was renovated.
• The walls in the multipurpose room were repainted by the help
of volunteers.
Our gratitude goes to our maintenance man and our drivers who do
a lot to keep the place in good condition.
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18. Volunteers are very special to the children and the
organisation. We believe one of the greatest purposes in
life is helping others and that’s what the volunteers are
doing. Many organisations continued to support us by
providing voluntary services both as individuals and
collectively. These people came forward to give their
time and skills to our children and home. Many
companies came in on Mandela Day to do various services
with and for the children. Churches and Church based
organisations were very much involved in the home on
various occasions to pray, teach and make awareness on
various issues around us. Mrs Enone Hand continued to
teach our young people some skills such as knitting,
beading etc. Mr Divesh, from Food for Life, has
contributed a lot to the life of the children by engaging
them in awareness programs and teaching them about
environmental related issues. St Mary’s School has
extended their outreach program and they came twice a
week to assist our children with school work. The CMM
Novices and CPS Postulant were among the many who
have provided voluntary services to the Home. Durban
African Sport Coaching and Prime Agencies have long
friendship with the Home and they organised St Vincent
Annual Sport Day 2014. In January 2015, Miss Katrina
Kulik, a volunteer from USA, joined the St Vincent team on
a Voluntary basis. There are many more, who have
provided their services, shared their time and talents to
enrich the life of the children at St. Vincent. We thank
them all for their generosity!
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19. • Food For Life(Mr. Divesh)
• Westville Spar
• Khanyisile Njoko
• Seagull Plastics
• Neelan Goyender
• Pravesh Mohan
• Linda Cerebal Palsy
Association
• Benjamin & Family
• E Shoba
• Dominic Pinetown
• ABC Bakery
• Shabane Bongie
• Sulo Manian (AfriPack)
• Commercial Ladies of
Eskom
• Sutcliffe Family
• Mrs. Yajna
• Ashlin/ Jenevieve
Rashkumar
• G. Den Silver
• Sagren & Kiru Naidoo
• Nelson
• Dirks Meat Market
• Smangele Lesuthu
• Smookies Bakery
• Post Cultural Society
• Mursami & Family
• Westville Prison
• Bruce Sutcliffe
• Shaun Naicker
• Sangren Pillay
• DP B Naidoo
• Rehan Thomas John
• Jared Milray
• Julie Fielers
• Shoprite Soup Kitchen
• Siyethemba Zungu
• Yural
• Chikwelu Oka-for &
Steven
• Department of Social
Development
• Ubuntu Community
Chest Grant
• Missionary Sisters of
the Precious Blood
• Monastery Mariannhill
• Khanyisela Project
• Mozambique
Restaurant
• Mr. Wolf-Gang Graf
• Smith Plastics
• Aid Angels from Canada
• A Naidoo
• B Chapman
• CPS Support Fund
• DC Logistics
• Ellerine’s staff
• Francis
• HCI Foundation
• Ikechulewu
• Institute ex Swiss CM
• J Chapman
• Kirk Himuinchal
• LaLucia round table
• M Wheatley/ Duzi
supporters
• Muzi Ninela
• N M Mvuyana
• N Nzindimande
• N Zondi
• Nguve
• Rashad Aboobaker
• S Bharuthram
• SAPO Head SAPO 9000
• Simon Eze
• Durban Africa Sports
Club
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20. • Alpine Motors -Mr.Spencer Tait
• SA Rugby Legends Assocation
• Craig Vacy Lyca
• EduSports
• Mzanzi Electronics
• TDC Printers
• Post Cultural Society
• Uli Graham/ St. Marys DSG
• Dawn O’Keeffe
• Enone Hand
• P & M Gazu
• Hope Ministries
• Komsla Nailee
• Sherlini Booz
• PTN Lions
• Salomè Jacobs
• Liane Regnard
• X & M Cebekhulu
• Round Table
• Thandazile
• Tracey Doyle
• Community Chest
• Desney Nadal
• Pastor Jacques Lowis
• Linda
• Jordan Philp
• Allan’s Catering
• Man Truck & Bus
• UKZN Acts
• Zanele Mvubu
• Mr. & Mrs. Davids & Family
• Khuphukani Ngubane
• Savie & Jack
• Jayshree Naidoo
• Factory Shop in Pinetown
• Jayendra & Teshani & Devi
Sewnunuu
• Conny Mower
• Shervill Pike
• Wearcheck
• Mr. B Graham
• Terence Chapman
• Kerry Powell
• Ntombela Rosemary
• Himumchal
• Andrew Palmer
• Zama Zondi
• Paster Daniel (CTPMI)
• Vincent Naidoo
• Shave Painting
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21. • Govender Family
• Moodley Family
• George Family
• Khanyisile Njoko
• Rev. Fr. Makhathini
(St. Kizito)
• St. Benedict School
• Chantal Sapsford
• Busani Chris Mdlalose
• Elizabeth Kinchin
• Vivian
• Sihenhlanhla Zwane
• Mr. & Mrs. Ndaba
• Mweshe Melody
• Siboniso Arthur Ntuli
• Jabulisiwe Mkhize
• Aunty Christel
• Absa Grads
• Shabaleila Kids
• Pule Masisi
• Nokuthula Xulu
• Mandla Khumalo
• Sibusisiwe Mkhize
• Lloyd Nponsamy &
Family
• Bernadine Fischer
• Digicore Electronics
• Yvonne Richmond
• Diane Kremnitzer
• Nicole Lex
• Nomaswazi Khumalo
• New Apostolic Church
• Meier Family
• Thomas & Spencer L
• German School
• Chantall Williams
• Amanda Richards
• Angela & Zoe Pieterse
• A. Charles
• Angela Beukes
• Michele Dalgleish
• Lethubuhle
• Zanele Dlamini
• Jade Wood
• Sibongile Ngcobo
• Barbara Wood
• Justine Maher
• Erin
• St. Josephs Choir
• Sindi Dladla
• Thobile Khuzwayo
• Amanda Madondo
• Nokwazi Fakude
• J Rugwandeen
• Balungile Shangase
• Mbuso Vilakazi
• Belinda Pieterse
• Jackie Joseph
• Nhlanhla Nzimande
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