Caz puts needs of the community first
In her line of work, she helps many people, such as single mothers, the lonely elderly and those living below the bread line.
Caz Meth (51) of Sea Park ‘wears many hats’ to help enhance the lives of children, women and the aged.
She is the founder and director of the Universal Good Samaritan Foundation (Tugs) and volunteers as the public relations and marketing officer of Southport Sector 1 policing committee.
Tugs was also founded by Dinesh Pillay and Leena Nundalal.
She was a familiar face at the Child Welfare in Port Shepstone for four years, before she started Tugs. She also graduated from Bible college.
“Tugs began by putting together and delivering food parcels during the Covid-19 lockdown,” she said.
Tugs works together to enhance the lives of children, women and the aged through hope and empowerment. Creating a healthy environment which will foster holistic individuals.
Caz works closely with Sergeant Thembeka Magubane of Southport Saps, John Irven, chairman of the Southport CPF and Sector 1, Department of Social Development, the department of justice and members of Saps, to name a few.
Together they do a host of programmes and projects in rural areas and at schools.
Caz says that when they visit schools, they talk to children from creche to grade three about bullying, their rights and responsibilities.
For the older pupils, they discuss drugs (selling, using and the effects) and bullying among other important topics.
“We try and bridge the gap between the police and the community by working to build trust and show everyone, young and old that we are approachable,” she said.
They also run a lot of programmes in the community which involve helping women, the elderly and those with disabilities be self-sustainable and empowered.
In her line of work, Caz helps many people, such as single mothers, the lonely elderly and those living below the bread line.
Life has knocked them down, and often she helps put the pieces back together.
Her own past life experiences makes Caz want to help people, so they don’t go through what she went through.
Speaking about her work, Caz said it’s a 24/7, seven day-a-week kind of work which involves a lot of commitment and dedication.
“A lot of people rely on you and it’s a thankless job.”
She also works closely with Irven by helping to collect food donations and other items for those staying at Pollyanna’s Place.
Pollyanna’s Place in Sea Park is a safe haven for anyone in trouble and who has nowhere to go.
Most of the time, John buys food or pays for bus tickets out of his own pocket.
Caz said she is grateful to the business community who have helped with funding workshops and programmes and giving her the support.
Anyone who would like to contribute food, clothing or any other items for those less privileged can contact Caz on 081 5711764.
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