Durban Child & Youth Care Centre

Durban Child & Youth Care Centre Durban Child & Youth Care Centre provides care and support to vulnerable children and youth

The Durban Child and Youth Care Centre is a Non-Government Organisation. It was established in 1905 by a group of concerned men and women, who saw the need to provide substitute care to orphans, destitute children and children with parents who were unable to care for them. In the past, the organisation provided custodial care to these children. When this method of child care became outdated the or

ganisation was challenged to adjust its programs in order to meet the requirements of the transformation welfare policy in South Africa. This has ensured that the children, youth and their families referred to our programme receive an effective, efficient and relevant service. We recognise the importance of early intervention, preventative work with children, youth and families, as well as family reunification. Programs with this focus ensure that families do not have to spend long periods in the welfare system, or in some cases do not have to enter the system at all. In order to meet this objective we have developed new, innovative programmes, which provide relevant services to the communities that we serve. The children who access our programs come from all over Kwa-Zulu Natal. High levels of unemployment, poverty, crime, domestic violence, substance abuse, sexual abuse and HIV/AIDS are experienced in our province which results in many children seeking access to the empowering programs our organisation offers.

School projects completed✔️
01/09/2026

School projects completed✔️

Its the last day of Womens Month and we had special visitors from Pather & Pather Attorneys treat our young girls with s...
31/08/2026

Its the last day of Womens Month and we had special visitors from Pather & Pather Attorneys treat our young girls with special personalised gift bags.

Annual General Meeting 2026 - We acknowledge and thank the following board member and employees for their committed long...
28/08/2026

Annual General Meeting 2026 - We acknowledge and thank the following board member and employees for their committed long service, loyalty and dedication to our organisation: previous treasurer and current board member Grant Fincham,10 years; senior child care worker Xolisile Mtambo, 20 years; Domestic worker Angel Nkabinde, 20 years and child and youth care worker Gloria Ngema, 10 years.

Healthy snacks for kids should combine fiber, protein, and healthy fats to maintain steady energy and focus. Thank you t...
27/08/2026

Healthy snacks for kids should combine fiber, protein, and healthy fats to maintain steady energy and focus. Thank you to our monthly donors that generously contribute towards our meal programme and ensure we are able to provide nutritional meals for our children.

Having access to a park gym nearby is an underrated blessing!
25/08/2026

Having access to a park gym nearby is an underrated blessing!

It's Career Dress up Day at school today!
21/08/2026

It's Career Dress up Day at school today!

https://dch.org.za/celebrating-womens-month-empowering-girls-inspiring-futures
20/08/2026

https://dch.org.za/celebrating-womens-month-empowering-girls-inspiring-futures

August is Women’s Month in South Africa—a time to honour women’s strength, courage and resilience. As we celebrate this important month let us pause to consider the girls on their journey to womanhood. Let us envisage a future where every girl has the opportunity to reach her full potential. A...

17/08/2026

There’s something special about climbing into a warm, cosy bed on a cold winter’s night. A fresh sheet. A soft pillow. A...
13/08/2026

There’s something special about climbing into a warm, cosy bed on a cold winter’s night. A fresh sheet. A soft pillow. A fluffy towel after a warm bath. A comforting blanket pulled up to your chin.

For the children at the Durban Child & Youth Care Centre, these simple comforts can mean so much more.

Many of the children in our care have experienced neglect, trauma and instability. Creating a warm, safe and welcoming environment helps them feel something every child deserves: that they belong.

But linen doesn’t last forever. We urgently need to replace worn-out bedding and bath essentials, including 80 sets of single fitted sheets and pillowcases, comforters, bath towels, pillows and face cloths.

Your donation, no matter the amount, can help give a child the comfort of a clean, cosy bed and send a powerful message:
You matter. You are safe. You are loved. ❤️

Please help us wrap our children in warmth, dignity and hope this winter.
👉 Donate today: https://dch.org.za/

Happy Womens Day!🌸
09/08/2026

Happy Womens Day!🌸

Address

222 Lena Ahrens Road
Durban
4001

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 16:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 16:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 16:00
Thursday 07:30 - 16:00
Friday 07:30 - 16:00

Telephone

0312011301

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