WHO ARE WE? Epilepsy South Africa – South Cape/Karoo Branch is a registered non-profit organisation providing holistic care and support to people with Epilepsy and other neurological disabilities.
We care for 50 residents at our specialist residential care facility, offering 24-hour support, and reach many more through community outreach. It costs R9,000 per month to care for each resident — and we rely on donations to keep going.
WHAT DO WE DO?
-> Residential Care: Full-time care for adults with Epilepsy and other neurological disabilities who cannot live independently.
-> Community Support: Outreach, epilepsy awareness and education, support groups, skills training, epilepsy education, and social work services for individuals and families.
-> Day Care: Daily transport and care for adults with disabilities, providing a safe space for stimulation, arts and crafts, adult literacy and numeracy, and a cooked meals while their families are at work.
WHERE DO WE WORK? From The Crags to Oudtshoorn and Mossel Bay — including Wilderness, Sedgefield, George, Karatara, Rheenendal, and Plettenberg Bay.
Country of Operation: South Africa
Years in Operation: 40 years
Registration Details:
006-414 (NPO)
93/0002/864 (PBO)
Wishlist:
- Waterproof covers for our 50 single mattresses
- Â New pots and pans for our kitchen
- Volunteers
- Presents for each resident’s birthday
- Â Non-perishable food
Online Platforms:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067851983220
https://www.instagram.com/epilepsysouthcapekaroo/
Cause Highlights
Providing a sanctuary for people who are shunned by society for having epilepsy. Many of our beneficiaries have been left with us for their whole lives as their families cannot cope with their seizures or co-morbidities. We provide specialised medical care for people who have been debilitated by epilepsy and would not be able to live safely if they did not live with us. We are their home, and their lifeline.