ONS HUIS is a project established by the Charity Commission of the Elarduspark Dutch Reformed Church's Presbytery. It was born out of the faith and determination of a group of parents who kept on believing that, with its acceptance and support, their mentally handicapped children would be able to live and work as normally as possible within the community. This is also what they communicated to the presbytery. The project enjoys the support of the Dutch Reformed Church congregations of Elarduspark, Moreleta Park and Oosterlig (Pretoria).
We get no government assistance and depend on contributions from the parents and community. We have applied for registration as a non-profit organisation.
VISION
To offer a permanent, full-time, protective home and activity centre to mentally handicapped adults, within a supportive environment, where they can enjoy adequate physical care and grow spiritually and emotionally so that they are able to make a contribution - no matter how small - to the community.
MISSION
To ensure that with the aid of community organisations and community involvement, and the establishment of the necessary aids and effective and dynamic management and operation of an effective, well-planned programme, individuals:
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http://www.onshuistrust.co.za/
