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We often forget why institutions like Diani Children’s Village were set up and people may inevitably lose sight of the life long path that the Home is trying to craft for these young people. With each passing month, new situations mean that the circumstances of each child changes, and must be met with new solutions.

The young adults continue to surprise and delight everyone with their individual achievements some of which are truly remarkable.

Lydia completed her formal education which, for those who know her background, is an amazing thing. She was offered a scholarship at the Alison Caroline Institute , college of Beauty, Fitness and Holistic Therapy in Nairobi and absolutely loves it! http://www.acicollege.com

In her free time she does work experience at a four star Hotel in Nairobi. This is a young lady that almost everyone had given up hope in during her school years!

The youngest cohort of children has presented some very serious challenges;

Moses was discovered to suffer from epilepsy and has very poor muscle coordination. He was put on medication and has been undergoing therapy at a clinic in Ukunda and can now almost crawl like a normal child.

Naira was found to have a physical defect in her legs such that she was unable to stretch her legs and place her feet flat on the floor. She too has been undergoing therapy at the same clinic and with a rather strict regime of splints and bandages on both her legs she is now also almost able to crawl.

Baby Rita/Zawadi, who was abandoned by her mother a day after she was born, has posed the most serious challenge. She appears to have a problem with her gastrointestinal tract which means she has not been able to feed normally and has resulted in her being very underweight and dehydrated. She has been in and out of hospital , currently in Mombasa being looked after by a specialist who is trying to find a solution. Still a long way for this little gem…

This quarter, the Home had the first successful adoption of one of the children. The child seems to have settled well with his new parents and the phone calls thus far are extremely encouraging that the adoption will be a success.

On behalf of the Children, the Staff and the Managing Committee, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all God’s Blessings during this Festive Season, and our best wishes for a Peaceful and Prosperous New Year.

Diani Children's Village Support Team