Hot Cares has immense respect for those who take it upon themselves to change their circumstances for the better and throw in the hard work to back it up.
That’s certainly the case with Thuli, who found herself out of work as a domestic worker and battling to find employment.
It’s been a tough life for Elizabeth, but fortunately she has a loving family that looks after her and ensures she gets the care she needs, despite their challenges.
Just to paint the picture – Elizabeth was born with both diabetes and epilepsy, and her parents were told that she wouldn’t live long.
South Africa has some of the most dangerous roads in the world and the stats are there to back up this assertion. Unfortunately, that also means we’re a population well-acquainted with car accidents. The chances are, if you haven’t been in an accident yourself, you know of someone who has.
The love of a mother knows no bounds.
We see it all the time here at Hot Cares, but every time we receive a related story, it’s a reminder that there really is nothing like a mother’s love.
Pauline is such a mother.
It’s really special to see the spirit of giving and prioritising the needs of others instilled at a young age and that’s the essence of the email that reached Hot Cares from a member of the Weltevreden Park community.
It went on to tell us the inspiring story of nine-year-old Ira.