Many people have no idea how to react to a child with disabilities, or their parents. Do we ignore the obvious – that the child is in a wheelchair or struggling to speak normally? Should we ask questions about the child’s condition? We want to be sensitive — but worry about saying the wrong thing...Read More

As the parent of a child affected by severe intellectual disability, you will at some point think about placing him or her in a residential home such as LITTLE EDEN. It’s never an easy decision. You may feel that no one else will love and care for your child the way you do. Or you..Read More

Caring for someone with physical disabilities? You’ll know that they need extra care in winter to keep them warm and comfortable. Poor circulation makes it difficult for those with limited movement, spasticity or cerebral palsy to keep cosy when the temperature drops. Hands and feet are particularly susceptible to the cold. Lower temperatures also cause..Read More

1. LITTLE EDEN started in May 1967 as a day care centre in the Edenvale Methodist Church Hall, caring for three little girls. 2. The first financial donation received was R10. 3. The organisation moved 15 times in nine years before settling at the current Edenvale Home. 4. We now have two 24-hour care centres..Read More

CHRISTMAS through the eyes of LITTLE EDEN Angels You have seen them in our current mail appeal – the story of our twins, Shadreck and Mishack finding a home at LITTLE EDEN (https://littleeden.org.za/) Their story teaches us that all we need for Christmas is time to spend with the people we love! And if the..Read More

A clear chest to several LITTLE EDEN residents like Matete or Mbali is a reality their carers have to face on a daily basis.   Chest care is only one of the many medical challenges LITTLE EDEN’s staff has to consider in caring for our residents with profound intellectual disability, we lovingly call Angels.  ..Read More