St. Joseph Home Caring Place has continued to grow, and we are now 53 children in our care. Most of these children are orphans, while others have only one surviving parent or guardian who lives in very difficult economic circumstances.
To promote sustainability and equip our children with practical life skills, we have established several income-generating projects, including dairy farming, rabbit keeping, pig keeping, poultry farming, and the cultivation of various food and cash crops. These projects not only help support the home but also provide valuable agricultural and entrepreneurial skills to our young boys, preparing them for independent living in the future.
One of the greatest joys is witnessing the remarkable transformation in the lives of these children. Many arrived feeling rejected, neglected, and abandoned by society. At St. Joseph Home Caring Place, they experience love, acceptance, dignity, and a sense of belonging. With a safe environment and access to education, many have excelled academically and continue to achieve outstanding results in school.
The children come from both market streets and remote villages. Some survived by begging, searching for food from house to house, or scavenging for spoiled food in markets. Others have experienced abuse, neglect, and unsafe living conditions, including sleeping on the streets or in other unsuitable places. At the Caring Place, we provide them with shelter, nutritious meals, education, healthcare, psychosocial support, spiritual formation, and the love and care they deserve.
Although we celebrate many success stories, we continue to face challenges in meeting the growing needs of the children. We remain deeply grateful to our benefactors and friends whose generosity enables us to continue giving these children hope for a brighter future.
