North Coast golfers and local businesses rallied together to raise R165 000 for Beacon of Care at a charity golf day at Umhlali Country Club last Thursday.

Hosted by BBS Mica Build Ballito, the event on May 12 drew 124 enthusiastic golfers who enjoyed a glorious day on the course while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Beacon of Care is a dedicated team of healthcare professionals providing essential home-based palliative care services.

The non-profit organisation’s multidisciplinary team includes doctors, nurses, social workers, dieticians, physiotherapists and occupational therapists, all working together to support patients facing life-threatening illnesses.

“It was a great success,” said event organiser Sarie Garzancich.

“The golf day is getting very popular; we even had people phoning on the morning of the golf day wanting to participate.”

Founded in December 2018 in response to the lack of hospice facilities in the area, Beacon of Care has grown to serve communities across the North Coast.

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Its reach extends from Umdloti through Westbrook, Ballito, Salt Rock, Sheffield, Shakaskraal and Groutville, offering compassionate care to patients with end-stage diseases in the comfort of their own homes.

The funds raised during the golf day will go a long way towards supporting the organisation’s ongoing efforts to deliver vital care and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.

“The annual BBS Mica Charity Golf Day in aid of Beacon of Care was a tremendous success,” said Mica spokesperson Angela Lane.

“It was an incredible day of fun, laughter and community spirit both on and off the course. Seeing the community, suppliers and players come together with so much generosity, enthusiasm and heart made the day incredibly special for all of us. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who contributed towards the day.”

For more information, call 065 135 5214 or email info@beaconofcare.co.za.