Emmanuel Children's Home, Middelburg, South Africa

Emmanuel Child & Youth Care Centre (ECYCC) provides care and safe refuge for children who have been abused, neglected, abandoned and orphaned. Based in the town of Middelburg (Eastern Cape, South Africa). ECYCC is a registered NPO (non-profit organisation) in South Africa.

Monday, January 14, 2013

New Profiles - Part 1

We recently did some arts and crafts with the children and they had the chance to write out their own name-badges. We thought it would be good timing to take their photos, and then we could share some updates on all the children who currently make up the Emmanuel 'family'. We'll have updates for three children at a time: here are our first three, starting with Adumpie:


Adum is one of three brothers who recently joined the home. Despite his diminutive size, he has a big personality and smile. He's energetic and eager to take part in all the learning and play times at the home. Adum is a fast learner and we cannot wait to see how he develops because he is bright-spark and seems to be thriving at Emmanuel home.



Angel loves her music, which she sings along and dances to. Every day she points to the radio and lets you know her appreciation if it is switched on. Despite not being able to fully express herself, she is very affectionate and it's easy to know how she's feeling. Angel brings a lot of warmth and energy to the home and makes a big impression on everyone she meets - carers, the other children, volunteers and visitors alike.



Aseko has a really gentle and beautiful nature - she's sometimes a little shy and quieter than the other children, but given the right encouragement she becomes quite playful and affectionate. She has only recently joined the home so is getting used to her new surrounding and making new friends amongst the other children. Watching her grow up in the home will be lovely.