Badisa News

Practical tips to keep children safe this holiday
As the December holiday season gains momentum nationwide, Badisa warns that children could be exposed to increased safety risks this year. “The combination of longer

Getting to know Berenice Barry, Badisa Elsies River’s new manager
A new chapter is unfolding in Badisa Elsies River, and it comes with a leader whose passion for children and families runs deep. Berenice Barry

Huis Uitsig welcomes new manager
If you’ve spent any time around Huis Uitsig, you’ll know it’s not just a place where older people stay. It’s a home where people are

Badisa talks active ageing on RSG
October is International Month of Older Persons, and Badisa is reminding South Africans that growing older doesn’t mean slowing down. From dances and drumming to

Elderly Durbanville couple hooked on helping Badisa change lives
When a ball of wool and a crochet hook land in the right hands, it can turn into something truly special. For Marietjie Noble and

A gift that keeps on giving
When Mrs Brenda Hammond moved into Huis Nuweland, she quickly found more than just a place to stay – she found a home, friends, and

How to leave a legacy that lasts
In South Africa, more than 70% of people pass away without a will. When this happens, the government decides how your belongings are shared. This

How to volunteer when time is tight and life is full
Do you think you’re too busy to volunteer? Many people want to help but believe they don’t have the time. The good news is that

FutureCare task team progress update on services for older persons
Badisa continues to lead the way in transforming services for older persons through its Future Care strategy, first approved by the Badisa Management Board in

How to support foster families in your community
Foster care is more than just providing a roof over a child’s head. It’s about creating a safe, stable, and healing environment for children who

Foster care IS making a difference in South Africa
Observed globally each year on 31 May, World Foster Day recognises the families, social workers, and communities who offer love, safety, and stability to vulnerable

Celebrating Badisa’s nurses on International Nurse’s Day
Each year on 12 May, we celebrate International Nurse’s Day in honour of Florence Nightingale, the pioneer of modern nursing. But more than a tribute

How to start meaningful conversations with children about safety and protection
In a world where many children still face the threat of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, open and honest conversations can be a powerful tool to

Badisa launches “Jy is Special” song in support of Kuumba Care with Jak de Priester
Renowned Afrikaans singer-songwriter Jak de Priester partnered with Badisa, one of Africa’s largest social development organisations, to release “Jy is Special”, a song dedicated to

Your new safe haven awaits!
Life rights studio units now available at Heuwelsrust Retirement Village Are you looking for a peaceful, secure place to enjoy your golden years? Somewhere you

Government delegation visits Huis Johannes in Beaufort West
On 25 February 2025, Huis Johannes, a program of Badisa, in Beaufort West was visited by two delegations as part of the Western Cape Government’s

WSWD 2025: Badisa calls for urgent action as SA faces critical shortage of social workers
Cape Town – South Africa is experiencing a critical shortage of social workers, and as World Social Work Day is commemorated on 18 March 2025,

GBV and HIV/AIDS: Breaking the Cycle
Gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations in South Africa. As we mark World AIDS Day during the 16 Days

The impact of GBV on early childhood development
The South African Police Service (SAPS) crime statistics for the third quarter of 2023/2024 paint a grim picture: 171 children were murdered in 2024, with

Werkgewers: maak jou werkplek toeganklik vir siggestremdes met behulp van oriëntering en mobiliteit
Tans is daar ongeveer 360 000 siggestremdes in Suid-Afrika. Die indiensneming van blindes was in die verlede meer aangemoedig as dié van ander gestremdhede, grotendeels

Tips for supporting someone living with dementia
Dementia is the umbrella term under which various diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s fall, and negatively affect a person’s cognitive functions including memory, language

How to Help Your Elderly Parents Transition a Retirement Home
Learn how to prepare your elderly parents for a smooth transition to a retirement home by recognising the right time, having compassionate conversations, exploring care

FutureCare Conference Calls for Collaborative Solutions to Address SA’s Elderly Care Crisis
Badisa’s FutureCare Conference, which took place on 4 and 5 September at the Dutch Reformed Church in Stellenberg, brought together key players from academia, government,

National Wills Week 2024: Support Badisa and Leave a Lasting Legacy
National Wills Week is a nation-wide initiative that offers South Africans the opportunity to consider their legacy and ensure that their wishes are respected after

Ondersteun Badisa tydens Barmhartigheidsmaand in Augustus
Gedurende Barmhartigheidsmaand in Augustus, poog Badisa en sy verskeie programme om gemeentes bewus te maak van hul impak en hul dienste. Hul bied ook vir

Honouring the Remarkable Women at Badisa
Women’s Day is commemorated on 9 August in South Africa every year, and serves as a tribute to over 20 000 women who marched to

Corporate Volunteerism: A Step-by-Step Guide
Mandela Day, observed on 18 July, aims to inspire individuals and organisations to take meaningful actions that contribute to positive global change. This national day of volunteerism and philanthropy has become a powerful movement, encouraging people to donate their time, goods, resources, and services to various beneficiaries across South Africa. By embracing the spirit of Mandela Day, companies can foster a culture of corporate volunteerism, creating lasting impacts within their communities and strengthening their commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Teaching Kids the Value of Volunteering
All we need to live a good life we learnt in preschool: saying please and thank you, packing away your toys and cleaning up after

It Takes a Village to Build a Legacy
An Interview with Ronel van Zyl, Director Social Services at Badisa For the past 30 years, Ronel has dedicated her life to Badisa’s mission of

Drug Awareness Week: Advice for Parents Concerned about their Child’s Substance Use
“Drug Awareness Week aims to create awareness as well as educate the public, especially the youth, about the dangers and consequences of substance abuse,” says

Mylpaal 7 | Badisa se Dwelmrehabilitasieprogramme Bring Hoop en Genesing
Terwyl ons Jeugmaand herdenk, is dit ook belangrik dat ons bewustheid skep rakende die uitdagings wat ons jeug in die gesig staar, naamlik substansafhanklikheid. Badisa

Mylpaal 6 | ‘n Eeu van Dienslewering
Mylpaal 6 | ‘n Eeu van Dienslewering Terwyl ons Badisa se 21ste bestaansjaar vier, vier ons nie net ons eie reis nie. Ons gebruik ook

Mylpaal 5 | Kollig op Dienssentrums vir Bejaardes
Mylpaal 5 | Kollig op Dienssentrums vir Bejaardes Elkeen van ons kan ons ‘n belangrike rol speel in die lewens van ouer persone (65 jaar

Badisa 21 Milestones
Badisa 21 Milestones Milestone 4: Badisa Celebrates a Decade of Impacting Lives for Good Badisa celebrates its 21st anniversary this year, and every week we

How to Respond When you Suspect Child Abuse
How to Respond When you Suspect Child Abuse As Moms, we all want to believe that children are safe and loved, but the reality is
