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Happy birthday to REEA!
Help us celebrate 77 years of care
For the last 77 years the REEA Foundation has cared for people with epilepsy and mild neurological disorders here in Craighall Park. What began as the Rand Epilepsy Employment Association with residents working in the nursery has evolved into the REEA Foundation of today - a multi-faceted operation that includes a bookshop; pet food delivery; and consulting services as well as three outreach programmes: equine therapy for HIV Aids orphans; a Literacy Programme and a Food Security Programme for previously disadvantaged individuals. We have also started a day care facility for people with mild neurological disorders.
On 4 February 2012 the REEA Foundation will turn 77 years old.
We invite you to join us in a seven-day fundraising challenge to celebrate 77 years of REEA Foundation. Please donate R77 or R777 to REEA Foundation to help us reach our target of raising R7777 in seven days (from 29th January to 4th February).
Bank Details: REEA Foundation - Nedbank Limited - Hyde Park Branch
Branch Code : 197205 - Account No.: 1523013834 – ref. 77
Thank you for your support.
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Our normal phone is not working at present;
please use 011 442 6435
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The REEA Foundation
REEA Foundation (previously REEA Epileptic Care Centre) was established in 1935 and is a non-profit organisation caring for adults living with epilepsy and mild mental disorders who cannot be accommodated in a normal family environment. REEA Foundation provides a well managed residential centre, with 24 hour care, providing accommodation for over 40 residents in a comfortable, home-style hostel that includes professional medical care at all times. The centre is located on spacious grounds in Craighall Park, Johannesburg, close to shops and amenities of Rosebank, Sandton and Hyde Park. A range of activities, skills training and arts and crafts classes – along with employment contracts and education – have been provided on site, all with the aim of improving functional levels and quality of life.
A dynamic and forward thinking board of trustees currently provides strategic direction to the Foundation. This Board has recognised the fact that due to the negative financial impact of the economic recession, non-profit organisations require sustainable funding solutions as the weakened global economy has resulted in less money which has directly resulted in a reduction in donations.
It is for this very reason that various initiatives have been embarked upon, leveraging off its assets such as its property and developed infrastructure, all of which fit within five main pillars, which are:-
- Epilepsy
- HIV Orphans
- Micro Development Enterprises
- Urban Eco Agriculture
- Literacy
The five pillars above encompass the fundamentals that are the REEA Foundation, which are the Foundation is an independent body, not affiliated to any religious or secular organisation, and which adapts swiftly to changing needs.
Vision and Mission Statement
Our vision is to be a world class care facility in South Africa. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of the disabled persons entrusted to our care by fostering a culture of excellence, commitment and professionalism within our organisation. We provide continuous spiritual, moral, medical and residential support, as well as protective employment and advancement opportunities for those who are able.
Philosophy
Our residents are multi-dimensional beings with physical, emotional, psychological, spiritual, socio-economic and political selves who deserve to be treated with respect and dignity at all times. All therapeutic interactions operate within this framework, and all residents are treated equally irrespective of colour, creed, religion, socio-economic standing or cultural background.
To the next 77 years………….
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