Motivating young people to work hard in their studies and fostering opportunities for their individual growth requires a multifaceted approach that acknowledges their diverse needs and aspirations. We help young people set achievable short-term and long-term goals. These goals should be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. We begin by discussing their interests, passions, strengths, […]

As we welcome the dawn of the new year, we would like to take a moment to express our deepest appreciation for your unwavering support throughout the past year. Your generosity has been instrumental in ensuring that our children receive the best possible therapeutic care. As we embark on the journey ahead, we are filled […]

Positive change can only occur when innovative solutions that challenge the status quo are implemented. HOKISA embraces this, and our trailblazing commitment to changing children lives and making a difference on a daily basis is at the heart of everything we do. How did HOKISA arrive at this point? It is a fitting question after […]

To intervene therapeutically in the field of child and youth care, we rely entirely on the relationships we form with the youth and their families. To establish and maintain these relationships, as well as to ensure their quality. We need good communication skills because our work is therapeutic or “healing.” When we first meet the […]

 Holistic development is crucial during the early childhood years, its about supporting and growing the whole child, in all their areas of development. In order for children to develop into happy and functional adults, it is important that they are raised holistically. Having a daily amount of quiet time is a very important part of any […]

Building and maintaining trust enables people to share information, perception and feedback. Children and youth at risk have had experiences that may cause difficulties in maintaining relationships with other people. The child care journey is not always an easy one but our responsibility is always to use our skills for the benefit of the children […]

In the midst of all the uncertainties and tribulations that the world is going through, one needs to develop emotional resilience. Its been over a year now since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic which has claimed over 2 million lives and has a negative impact on livelihood. The feeling of fear, anxiety, and stress […]

An anniversary is a time to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday, and the hopes of tomorrow. Hokisa turns 18 years of existence, full of ups and downs, lessons, happiness, twist, and turns. Though there have been difficulties and hardships, we are deeply humbled by the amount of support received from all […]

This lock down is not fun! Not for anybody. It is testing our resilience emotionally, physically and financially. Despite this complex and fluid circumstance we find ourselves in, Hokisa continue to create a nurturing environment that enhances the full growth and development of the children. . The schools continue to send work on different online […]

The confirmed Covid-19 cases In South Africa has recently surpassed the 200 000 mark. Stress, anxiety, and a sense of isolation amid the global COVID-19 pandemic and South Africa’s current lockdown can add to psychological distress. Feelings of fear, anxiety, and stress during this time is completely normal and, according to medical journal The Lancet, […]