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Initially established seven years ago to assist single mothers in Jeffreys Bay with various financial challenges, the non-profit organisation, The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse, has expanded to help at least 179 children, 77 mothers, four grandmothers, and seven widows.<\/p>\n

Seven years ago, Carla Smit, founder of The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse, embarked on a mission to make a difference in the lives of one mother and child. <\/p>\n

Little did she know this small act of kindness would spark a movement, rapidly expanding to meet the needs of countless women and children in crisis. <\/p>\n

Fast forward to today, and the organisation has grown to support an impressive 267 individuals, including 179 children, 77 mothers, four grandmothers, and seven widows, with essential services ranging from food and shelter to medical care and beyond.<\/p>\n

Owing to the relentless rise in food prices, The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse has seen a surge in demand for support from the elderly. <\/p>\n

Smit noted that her organisation has recently expanded its reach to assist a growing number of senior citizens, who are struggling to make ends meet amid the escalating cost of living.<\/p>\n

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My passion has always been children because it is not their fault that they are raised by single mothers because their fathers have left or are deceased. However, with food being so expensive and the elderly not being able to live off the money they get from their SASSA grant, we have had to step in and help some grandmothers as well.<\/div>\n
Smit<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

She said their charity shop, located at 4 Prospect Street, Jeffreys Bay, is their main source of income.<\/p>\n

Smit said the charity shop\u2019s proceeds have been instrumental in allowing The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse to deliver monthly food parcels and cover other essential expenses for the families they serve. <\/p>\n

However, the organisation is now grappling with the harsh reality of rising living costs, which have outpaced their resources, leaving them unable to provide adequate food support to all who rely on their aid.<\/p>\n

Smit expressed her gratitude for the unwavering support of the Jeffreys Bay community, who have consistently rallied around The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse with generous donations of food, funding, and volunteer efforts, helping to bridge the gap in their resources and ensure the continued provision of essential services to those in need.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have the most amazing community who are always willing to assist when we need it. We are thankful for the community of Jeffreys Bay,\u201d said Smit.<\/p>\n

She further said that a new addition to The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse is their partnership with local qualified counsellors who have generously committed to offering counselling to the individuals from the organisation.<\/p>\n

This exciting development includes quarterly group counselling sessions for mothers, and weekly one-on-one sessions for both women and children. <\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s crucial for our beneficiaries to receive emotional support, which is why I\u2019ve collaborated with compassionate and experienced local counsellors who can provide a safe and nurturing environment for our children and women to heal and grow,\u201d said Smit.<\/p>\n

She said her ultimate vision is for the Jeffreys Bay community to embrace a unique \u201cadoption\u201d programme, where local families can form meaningful connections with families supported by The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse. <\/p>\n

By \u201cadopting\u201d a family, individuals can make a tangible difference by donating essential food items and providing support to address their unique and pressing needs.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt would be great to see a family open their hearts and offer to assist another family with a few grocery items and other essentials,\u201d said Smit.<\/p>\n

For more information, or to assist The Ladies\u2019 Lighthouse, contact Carla Smit at 079 399 8565.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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