A heart filled with compassion
"When I was working at Dilokong Hospital, I realised some of the children were never brought back for check-ups after birth. Others did not receive proper medication, as their parents kept them indoors," said Mohlala.
BURGERSFORT – A retired nurse has dedicated her life to taking care of disabled people. Letta Mohlala has an unconditional love for children with disabilities. She is caring for more than 55 kids at her centre in Praktiseer.
Mohlala, who previously worked at Dilokong Hospital’s occupational therapy department, provides rehabilitation and care for children living with disabilities to help them make a living on their own in future.
In 2008 she founded the Rock of Offence, a special-school protective and stimulation workshop.
“I have a disabled child and I ensured she went to a proper school and learned with her peers. I saw how some of the parents hide their disabled kids at home. They could not socialise with others and were illiterate.
“When I was working at Dilokong Hospital, I realised some of the children were never brought back for check-ups after birth. Others did not receive proper medication, as their parents kept them indoors,” said Mohlala.
She said the centre helps them to learn and to socialise. “Most excel at their studies. I have five assistants who help with cooking and teaching the kids.”
Mohlala said, however, that they experience challenges, as the centre lacks certain facilities and equipment.
“We only have two wheelchairs and a few beds. Our building is also quite small. We would it appreciate if good Samaritans donated to our centre.”
Those who want to donate to the centre can call Mohlala on
072-234-7998.
