The following psychosocial needs of the children are being addressed in unique and family-centred methods:

• The physical needs of the children are addressed, ensuring they have enough food, clothing and all the medicines they need. The children are taken to the Clinic on a regular basis to ensure they receive the necessary medical and health care.

• The emotional needs are seen to: This include the need for love, security, encouragement, motivation, care, self-esteem, confidence, trust, security, sense of belonging, guidance, understanding, etc.

• The mental needs of the children which incorporate three aspects: formal education (schooling), informal education (opportunities for observational knowledge, adaptation skills (these support the child in order for him to be able to control the environment and access positive reinforcements) and general

skills (life skills, general knowledge etc.) combined with the motivation and application to succeed. At the moment all the children are attending school. Their school progress is being monitored and help and advice given.

• The children’s social needs which include being involved in a community without feeling stigmatised or different, developing a sense of belonging, forming friendships and community ties, acceptance, identity, acknowledgement from peers, opportunities for social interaction.

• The children’s spiritual needs which enables them to develop a hope for their future. They also need to develop trust and security in their survival. This gives them hope, courage and perseverance to continue to trust.