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Supporting Families and Communities: The Core Services of a Dedicated Social Welfare Organization
Early Intervention and Family Preservation
Tutela Family Care Secunda prioritizes early detection and intervention services as mandated by the Children’s Act, Act 38 of 2005, focusing on families and children at risk of harm or vulnerability. These programs aim to strengthen families’ capacity for self-reliance and address challenges within the home environment to prevent the need for court intervention. By addressing concerns early, the organization helps families build resilience and create safe, nurturing spaces for children.
Community Education and Upliftment
Community development efforts include poverty alleviation initiatives and educational programs designed to empower individuals and families. HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns focus on prevention, support for affected families, and teaching children’s protective behaviours. Anti-drug campaigns raise awareness about substance abuse, provide referrals for rehabilitation, and support recovery through individual and group counselling.
Empowering Victims and Supporting Parents
The organization offers victim empowerment services, particularly for survivors of gender-based violence, providing emotional and practical support, counselling, and referrals to specialized services. Parenting skills programs equip parents with the tools to raise well-adjusted children, fostering leadership and positive development in future generations.
Care for the Elderly and Poverty Alleviation
Services for older persons include care groups that address their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, as well as programs to prevent elder abuse and promote active aging. Poverty alleviation efforts aim to reduce vulnerabilities by providing knowledge, promoting personal growth, and addressing adverse childhood experiences.
Statutory and Emergency Services
The organization provides crucial statutory services, including the removal and placement of children in temporary safe care when their safety is at risk, as outlined in the Children’s Act. Foster care services include screening and training foster parents, ensuring they meet the necessary requirements, and offering ongoing support through training and support groups. These services are integral to protecting children and fostering their well-being while strengthening families.
Aftercare Services
To ensure long term stability and support for individuals and families who have undergone intervention. These services provide continued assistance to clients after they have completed initial intervention, counselling or crises intervention, helping them re-integrate into their communities and maintain positive progress. It includes follow up sessions, life skills training, workshops, support groups and referral to additional resources. The goal is to prevent relapse, reduce vulnerability and promote self-efficiency, by offering ongoing emotional, social and practical support.
With these comprehensive efforts, the organization strives to create stronger, healthier communities and safeguard the most vulnerable members of society.
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If you are aware of any social issues or needs in your community, please contact the Tutela Secunda office on 079 310 2599 or tutela.secunda@gmail.com
