New Eldos initiative facilitates comprehensive care for the disabled

Joyful Care Center (JCC), a pioneering initiative dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and special needs, officially opened its doors on October 30, at 101 Delaware Avenue, Ext 7, Eldorado Park.

Chaired by Janiera Forre, the center promises to provide comprehensive care, guidance, and advocacy for people of all ages.

At the opening ceremony, Forre outlined the center’s vision, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in promoting awareness and understanding.

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“Our mission is to seek out every member of the special needs community, ensure their well-being, and promote inclusivity,” Forre stated.

Riyaan Salie, a guest speaker, stressed the need for increased accessibility nationwide, highlighting the urgency for equal access to education, healthcare, employment, and recreational activities.

“We must ensure that people with disabilities have equal and effective access to essential services,” Salie remarked.

Evangelist Kelvin Vilander led the opening prayer, acknowledging the center as a blessing and urging collective action against gender-based violence.

Vilander emphasized the importance of supporting individuals with special needs within the community.

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The center will collaborate with local organisations, schools, and government departments to support families in need. Forre assured assistance for grandparents shouldering the burden of caregiving without adequate support.
JCC’s services will include:

1. Support groups for individuals with disabilities and their families.
2. Advocacy for equal access to education, healthcare, and employment.
3. Awareness campaigns to promote understanding and inclusivity.
4. Partnerships with local schools and organisations to provide resources and training.

Recognizing awareness ribbons
Forre highlighted the significance of recognising awareness ribbons, which represent various disabilities and illnesses:

• Burgundy (Disabled Adults, October)
• Silver (Disabled Children, October)
• Teal (Dissociative Identity Disorder, March)
• Purple (Domestic Violence, October)
• Orange (ADHD Awareness, October)
• Pink and Blue (Birth Defects, January)
• Green (Cerebral Palsy, May)
A call to action

Community members and organisations are invited to join JCC in creating an inclusive, supportive environment.

For more information contact JCC at 079 425 7061 or email: janieragforre@gmail.com.