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Woodside Sanctuary provides full-time residential care to people with profound intellectual disabilities.

Since our inception in 1955, Woodside Sanctuary has worked towards building an infrastructure, which serves as a place of safety for families who have children requiring specialized care and are unable to remain within the family unit. The main aim of the Sanctuary is to provide excellence in holistic care and stimulation for profoundly intellectually disabled children and adults, offering help and hope to discouraged families, as well as love and care. Today, Woodside Sanctuary provides full-time residential care to 86 persons with severe/profound intellectual disability. Our approach continues to be holistic in nature and incorporates 24 hour a day nursing care, various forms of therapy, residential care (full-time and respite) as well as rehabilitation and stimulation programmes.

23/10/2026

💙 Learning Disabilities Awareness Month

Every person learns differently.
Communicates differently.
Connects differently.
Experiences the world differently.

And that difference deserves to be understood, respected and celebrated.

At Woodside, we look beyond labels. We see the person - their personality, their abilities, their preferences, their joy and their unique way of being.

This month, we’re raising awareness, challenging stigma and celebrating individuality.

Because everyone deserves to be seen.
Everyone deserves to belong.
And everyone deserves to be valued for exactly who they are. 💙

10/10/2026

💙 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY💙

Your mental health matters. 🌿

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, but small steps can make a meaningful difference. From staying physically active and getting enough sleep to spending time with positive people and talking to someone you trust, remember to make time for yourself and your well-being.

✨ Be kind to yourself.
✨ Take time to rest.
✨ Reach out when you need support.
✨ Remember, you don’t have to face everything alone.

At Woodside Sanctuary, we believe that care, compassion and connection are essential to well-being. Let’s continue creating spaces where everyone feels supported, valued and understood.

Your mental health matters. Today and every day. 💙

06/10/2026

Today, we stand together to recognise the strength, resilience and individuality of people living with cerebral palsy.

Cerebral palsy may affect movement and communication, but it never defines a person’s worth, potential or ability to experience joy, connection and belonging.

At Woodside Sanctuary, we are reminded every day that every person has a story, a personality and a unique way of expressing themselves. Through patience, care, understanding and inclusion, we can help create a world where everyone has the opportunity to be seen, heard and valued.

Today, we celebrate every individual living with cerebral palsy and the families, caregivers and communities who walk alongside them.

Let’s choose inclusion. Let’s celebrate ability. Let’s see the person, not the disabilites.

05/10/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Bana Ba Itumeleng | Youth & Community for spending a beautiful Saturday with our residents at Woodside Sanctuary. 🫶🏽

A group of around 20 incredible people joined us for a day filled with play, laughter, interaction and meaningful connection. Your time and presence brought so much joy to our residents. 💙

But you didn’t stop there! Your generosity extended far beyond the day, with donations of party packs, clothing, sanitary pads, cleaning products and food items. Every contribution makes a difference and helps us continue creating a safe, caring and dignified home for our residents.

Thank you for showing up, giving generously and reminding us that kindness, inclusion and community can make a real difference. 🌟

24/09/2026

💙 Our Heritage, Our Home.Heritage is more than where we come from - it’s the people, stories, memories and values that shape who we are.

At Woodside, we celebrate the beautiful community we’ve built together and the sense of belonging that makes Woodside home.

🌿🏡Here’s to celebrating our heritage, embracing our differences and cherishing what brings us together.
✨

21/09/2026

International Day of Peace 🌸

Peace can be found in the simplest moments - a smile, a kind word, a helping hand, or simply being there for someone. 💙

At Woodside, we believe that kindness, compassion and acceptance create a place where everyone can feel safe, valued and loved.Today, we celebrate the little moments that bring us closer and remind us that peace begins with us.🌿

18/09/2026

Sometimes, peace is as simple as a smile.
A shared moment. A warm smile. A feeling of being seen, valued and cared for.

At Woodside, it’s the little moments of connection that make our community feel like home.

Because sometimes, you don’t need words to say, “I’m here with you.”

16/09/2026

We're honoured to share these reflections from our General Manager, Kirsten Williams, on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and the importance of understanding the person behind the behaviour.

At Woodside Sanctuary, this belief guides everything we do. We encourage you to read Kirsten's full interview with The National and to join the conversation on FASD — awareness is the first step towards greater compassion and inclusion.

Read the full article below. 👇

15/09/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the amazing students from the of Johannesburg (UJ) for visiting Woodside Sanctuary and generously donating sanitary towels. 💙

Your kindness and thoughtfulness make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. We truly appreciate you for giving back and showing that small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact. 🌸✨

Address

Canary Street
Johannesburg
2092

Telephone

+27117267318

Website

http://www.woodside.co.za/, https://form.jotform.com/250540936579567

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