Active Africa
Project
Sinovuyo Seniors Centre was established by members in the Khayelitsha community as a daycare facility where seniors can spend time with their peers. By getting involved in activities they enjoy, the approximate 30 members stay active and engaged, promoting physical and mental wellness.
Needs
Clothing/Shoes:
Adult Socks and New Underwear
Linens:
Light Blankets and Pillows
Health/Personal Grooming:
Bars of Soap, Deodorant, Hand Cream, Multivitamin Tablets, Reading Glasses of Assorted Strengths, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Vaseline, and Washing Powder
Art Supplies for Artist Initiatives and Community Produced Projects: *Crochet Hooks, *Knitting Needles, *Wool, and *Yarn
Gardening:
Gardening Gloves, Hand Fork, Spades, and Trowel
Initiatives Supported
Listed on this page are the specific needs requested by the community project(s) so you can choose exactly what to pack for a purpose and express your gratitude to the local community with the supplies you take them. If you prefer, you may reach out directly to them to inquire about items which may be available for purchase locally. Arranging visits to community projects is beyond the scope of our mission. If you wish to visit a project, contact the participant and they can let you know what is possible.
Candy and balloons are not on the needs list as they are harmful for the children and the environment for the following reasons:
• Few of the children benefiting from these projects have access to toothpaste, toothbrushes, or a dentist. The candy promotes cavities.
• The balloons once they become deflated are a choking hazard for local wildlife.
Instead of taking candy or balloons, use that space for additional requested supplies, as they are priceless.
