Dear Supporters,

Can you believe we're already halfway through the year? As the seasons change and we sense the subtle shifts in the air, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible support of our community over the last few months which have been very busy.

Celebrating Community Connections and Resident Activities

Organisations like Comcare and Helen Keller have become an important part of our community. We are grateful for the strong partnerships we've forged with them over the years.

Our residents enjoy these visits to Helen Keller, where they engage in musical performances, prepare sandwiches, and share conversations over tea with the Helen Keller residents. These moments of connection provide invaluable social stimulation for everyone involved.

For our quarterly outing, our residents enjoyed a pit stop at Rhodes Cottage in Muizenberg  which was very pleasant.

On the same day, we had a lovely picnic at the Arboretum near Kirstenbosch, accompanied by our dedicated Skills Therapist, Sue Miller, and our lovely student volunteer, Robyn Hodson

Robyn’s compassion, dedication and enthusiasm are already making a positive impact on our residents' lives, and we are thrilled to have her on board.

Taking Action for Safety:

Roof Maintenance and Securing our Home

After witnessing the devastation caused by nearby thatch roof homes which were burnt down to the ground, we immediately safeguarded our home. We examined all fire equipment and ensured that our safety measures are up to date and fully functional.

We secured our water tanks and cleared our garden of any dry or dead vegetation, minimizing fire risks within our surroundings.
We are pleased to report that all necessary measures have been diligently implemented, and our roof is as good as new.

Many thanks to Cape Pro Thatching for excellent service and a job well done.

April Book Sale

We're thrilled to announce that our April Book Sale was a great success, and we couldn't have done it without your support! Many thanks to everyone who donated and bought books.

A very big thank you goes to Jenny Tullis for graciously opening her home and organising the book sale. We are truly grateful for her dedication and efforts.

Thank you too, to Alison Berrange for her contribution of a Pieter van der Westhuizen etching towards our raffle, which helped swell our coffers.

The funds we raised have been used to give our home a makeover with a lick of paint, in preparation for winter.

Keep an eye out for updates on our next Book Sale and mark your calendars to continue supporting our major fundraiser!

Gratitude for Pool Maintenance Support

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our Hope House families who generous contribute towards the upkeep and repairs of our pool.  

<<Many thanks to Tom Fair for arranging the paint, labour and transport to give Hope House a fresh look for the wet weather ahead.

>>One last look at our sparkly pool before it gets covered for winter

Join Us in Making a Difference at Hope House!

Please consider joining our community by donating to supporting essential programs or by volunteering your skills and time.

Every act of kindness helps us continue our mission of providing a safe environment. Together, we can truly make a difference at Hope House.

Join us today and be part of something meaningful. Thank you for your compassion and support.

Keeping in shape at Hope House Gym

A big thank you to Angus Mackintosh for donating a punch bag to our in-house gym. It will be a great way get fit and stay fit!

On that note, we would like to expand our range of gym equipment, and are currently looking for some sets of weights, ranging from 1kg upwards we well as gloves for the punch bag. These will really help with keeping the activities in our gym varied and interesting.

Hearty Hope House Welcome

Hope House welcomes Wendy Goddard aboard as our professional assistant to Jess Mackintosh. Wendy will also act as the liaison between Trustees, staff, residents and families, while keeping an eye on maintenance and governance.

Wendy has indirectly been part of Hope House for a while, through Rotary Newlands who has supported Hope House with several projects over the last few years.

Once again, we thank you for your generosity and interest in Hope House Trust.

Your kindness and support continue to inspire us every day.

Thank you for caring.
Kind regards

Jess