Most difficult decision a parent can make

Imagine the heartbreak of a mother who has to place not just one but all three of her children in a special home. This was the difficult decision faced by Mrs Makaya whose three sons – Tshepo Pule and Gontse (pictured alongside) – were recently admitted to LITTLE EDEN.

Whilst many of our children have no families of their own others are blessed with the most loving and caring of parents who only want to do what is best for their child.

‘As we began to realise Micaela’s limitations we were hit with our own limitations when it came to caring for her ’ explains one mother.'

‘We changed our lifestyle to be with Micaela and care for her. We homeschooled our two older children and took Micaela to ‘early intervention’ therapy. But the bigger she became the more difficult is was to take care of her.'

‘One day we were brought to the understanding that we were equipped to be her parents – but not her physiotherapist occupational and speech therapist. We needed help.'

‘The worst day of our family’s life was when we sent Micaela away to be at her new home. In our heads we knew it was the correct thing to do. Now if only our hearts could agree …'

‘It wasn’t long before we understood that it was the best thing we could have done. After four years of taking care of Micaela we could take care of ourselves. We were free to be parents to our other two children.'

‘It was also best for Micaela. LITTLE EDEN was where she needed to be. She was with a group of children who also lay on the carpet because they could not walk. She was in a routine that made her thrive.'

‘She was ours and that did not change. We did not love her any less’