A four year programme to introduce independent living, aptly named :
Ready, Steady, Go !
Year 1 is introduced when the child turns 16, or Grade 10. Year 2 and 3 will continue through Grades 11 and 12, and year 4 will start when the child has been discharged and is aged out of the foster system.
Skills that will be presented to the child is as follows:
Mental and emotional preparation for aging out
Basic skills to earn my own money
Education, work and future planning
Food, nutrition and home management
Social skills and etiquette
Computer literacy
Financial literacy
Our Success
We are currently in Year 1
Banking Details
Name: Vessels of Mercy Bank: First National Bank, Potchefstroom Account Number: 62863341039 Branch Code: 250655 Type: Current