Qalakabusha - Start Over Programme
Assisting homeless individuals that show promise in becoming self-sufficient members of society. This is a selective 3 month live-in programme that focuses on personal development, self-management, documentation procurement and job placement.
Objectives
• To provide opportunity for personal development to the homeless through: Computer lessons, English lessons, Financial planning, Family planning, Communication skills, Employment readiness lessons, Anger Management and Counselling.
• To achieve behaviour modification and self-esteem development through modelling loving and caring relationships.
• To assist with documentation: ID’s, Birth Certificates, Permits, Driver’s Licence renewals, and proof of residence, opening of bank accounts.
• To assist with job placement and job security
• To assist in securing permanent accommodation
Selection Criteria
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Individual should be South African or in the country legally
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Individual should be less than 40 years of age
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Individual should be homeless
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Individual should not have an outstanding warrant for their arrest
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Individual should be referred by a local organisation, or individual
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Individual should have the desire and be willing to change their lifestyle
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Individual should be following their treatment as set out by their medical practitioner
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Individual must be willing to abide by the house rules
To apply fill out this form.
Terms and Conditions of Qalakabusha
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Fountain for the Thirsty does not guarantee job placement or the ability to secure permanent accommodation through this programme. However, many of our graduates do manage to achieve these outcomes.
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Residents agree to the publicity release waiver and indemnity terms laid out.
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Residents understand, and acknowledge that photos of programme activities may be used to generate funds to support the cause of Fountain for the Thirsty and provide feedback to donors.
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Residents understand, and acknowledge that they will be expelled from the programme for breaking the rules set out by the house manager
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Rules include but are not limited too: no house guests, curfews must be adhered to, no substance abuse [including alcohol], participating in the curriculum, assisting with house chores, attending weekly counseling. No theft, aggression, violence or verbal abuse will be tolerated.)
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No special dietary requirements will be accommodated.
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Internet and printing should not only be used inline with the outcomes of the programme.
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Food is provided and will be cooked by residents according to a roster
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The programme sustainability is subject to consistent donations and risks being terminated mid way through 3 month processes if funds are not readily available.