Heartlands Baby Sanctuary

Heartlands Baby Sanctuary Heartlands Baby Sanctuary, based in Somerset West, Western Cape, is a temporary residential safe care

DIRECTIONS: Based at The Interchange in Somerset West, use the Builders hardware as your marker - drive past the complex, go 500m further on Old Paardevlei road and we are the first building on the left hand side with a bright green wall. Heartlands Baby Sanctuary, based in Somerset West, Western Cape, is a short-term residential safe care facility for 25 children at any given time. We provide ind

ividual specialised care and support to children in desperate need of care and protection from birth to 6 years. Children are placed with a valid court order from the Children’s Court. These are children who have been abandoned, abused, neglected, orphaned and, or are sick. After the Children’s Court proceedings are finalised, they are either reunited with their parents or family members, placed in foster care, transferred to other long-term facilities or adopted. We strive to develop the family bond by either visiting or being accommodated in the mother’s room. We educate them on how to nurture and safely care for their children, once reunited back at home. Heartlands Baby Sanctuary is a registered Child and Youth Care Centre and Community Mental Health Facility. Within this segment of care in the Western Cape, there is a considerable shortage of temporary residential facilities caring for children under the age of six suffering at the hands of abuse, neglect or abandonment. So, on the 4th May 2015, Heartlands Baby Sanctuary was born. It is important to note that a child who has special needs due to physical, emotional and / or health reasons requires distinct attention and care, thus health, psychosocial and ECD programmes form the 3 key pillars of our services.

25/06/2026
Jewellery Sale at the Heartlands Chic Boutique 794 Old Paardevlei Road, The Interchange, Somerset West Trading Hours:Mon...
24/06/2026

Jewellery Sale at the Heartlands Chic Boutique
794 Old Paardevlei Road, The Interchange, Somerset West
Trading Hours:
Mondays - Thursdays 08h30 - 16h00
Fridays 08h30 - 15h45
Saturdays 08h30 - 13h00

A very big thank you to Auga Trading Pty Ltd for this lovely initiative. Unwanted electronic devices can be dropped off ...
18/06/2026

A very big thank you to Auga Trading Pty Ltd for this lovely initiative.
Unwanted electronic devices can be dropped off any day between 08h00 - 19h00 on 794 Old Paardevlei Road, The Interchange, Somerset West

📱💻 Items you can donate:
• Old cellphones
• Laptops and computers
• Other small electronic devices

AUGA Trading Pty Ltd is proud to partner with Heartlands Baby Sanctuary in support of a meaningful cause 💙

We’re calling on our community to make a difference by donating old or unused electronic waste. Instead of letting outdated devices gather dust, you can help turn them into valuable support for the incredible work being done at Heartlands Baby Sanctuary.

Your contributions will assist in raising funds and resources to provide care, safety, and a brighter future for vulnerable children.

📱💻 Items you can donate:
• Old cellphones
• Laptops and computers
• Other small electronic devices

Together, we can reduce waste and create positive change. Drop off your electronic donations at Heartlands Baby Sanctuary and be part of something that truly matters.

Heartlands Baby Sanctuary

BARGAINS, SALES AND FREE TEDDIESThe Heartlands Chic Boutique is trading in full swing with a remarkable array of Youth d...
17/06/2026

BARGAINS, SALES AND FREE TEDDIES

The Heartlands Chic Boutique is trading in full swing with a remarkable array of Youth day, Father's day and general good vibes items on sale.

Trading hours:
Mondays - Thursdays 08h30 - 16h00
Fridays 08h30 - 15h45
Saturdays 08h30 - 13h00

Where?
794 Old Paardevlei Road, The Interchange, Somerset West, 7130

💤💤Help a little Heart of Heartlands 😴😴Going from 25 - 30 children requires so much more and we ask you, the extended fam...
15/06/2026

💤💤Help a little Heart of Heartlands 😴😴

Going from 25 - 30 children requires so much more and we ask you, the extended family of Heartlands for help.

Thank you as together we ensure it's every child's birthright to belong.

Building the Youth of Tomorrow, Today"Our children are our greatest treasure. They are our future. Those who abuse them ...
15/06/2026

Building the Youth of Tomorrow, Today

"Our children are our greatest treasure. They are our future. Those who abuse them tear at the fabric of our society and weaken our nation” – Nelson Mandela

When you support Heartlands, you aren't just helping us care for a baby today; you are investing in a future leader, a future dreamer, and the future youth of South Africa.

This Youth Day, we want to say an enormous THANK YOU to everyone who holds our sanctuary close to their hearts. Your kindness gives our children the ultimate gift: the freedom to just be kids, so they can grow up to change the world.

Happy Youth Day from all the tiny hearts at Heartlands!

15/06/2026
A Story of Love and BelongingJune 2015 is a time that we’ll never forget. That was just after we first opened our doors,...
12/06/2026

A Story of Love and Belonging

June 2015 is a time that we’ll never forget. That was just after we first opened our doors, and when David arrived at Heartlands Baby Sanctuary. He was one of the very first three babies placed in our care. At only 10 months, he was so small, so vulnerable, and like every child who has come through our doors since, completely deserving of love, safety, and a future filled with hope.

From his very first night, David was never alone. He was held through the quiet hours, comforted when he cried, and gently cared for as he began to settle into the world around him. We celebrated every little milestone with him; the first smiles, the first giggles, and we treasured each moment as he slowly began to trust and to feel secure. Not long after, we had the privilege of witnessing the next chapter of his life begin when he was adopted by a loving family from the Netherlands. Parents who saw him, chose him, and have devoted themselves to giving him every opportunity to thrive.

When they returned to visit us with David, now 11 years old, it was an incredibly emotional moment for all of us. While sitting in our reception area, David’s eyes were drawn to a photograph on the wall. He looked at it carefully. It was a baby being held closely by members of our team. And then, with surprise and wonder, the penny dropped, and he realised that the baby was him! David shrieked with excitement, and he could see in that picture how loved he was from the very start.

As we walked through the sanctuary together, David’s father recalled his first visit to Heartlands, 11 years ago, the day he laid eyes on David. For David, it was a place he didn’t consciously remember, but for his parents, it was a place they first fell in love with their son. Even though the rooms and spaces were unfamiliar to David, the feeling wasn’t. There was a recognition, not of the building, but of the love that had surrounded him here all those years ago.

Some of our staff who were there on the very first night he arrived recognised him instantly. With his parents translating, we shared stories of the little boy we remembered so clearly, and what followed was a mix of laughter, tears, and overwhelming joy. To see him again, thriving and full of life, was more than we could have hoped for.

At Heartlands, this is what we wish for every child who comes into our care. Whether they are reunited with their biological families, placed with foster families, or adopted, our deepest hope is that they will grow up knowing love, security, and belonging.

Today, David is a bright and determined young boy with big dreams of becoming a soccer player. He is working hard toward that dream, guided and encouraged by his devoted parents, and we couldn’t be prouder. Hopefully he’ll be making his debut for his country on the world stage at the 2034 Soccer World Cup!

Being part of David’s story, even just at the beginning, is something we will always carry with us, as we do with every child who has come through our doors.

Because at Heartlands, we don’t just care for children, we hold space for their futures. And every child deserves a place where they belong.

🇿🇦 🇿🇦 🇿🇦GO BAFANA BAFANA! We at Heartlands are supporting the boys! ⚽️⚽️⚽️
11/06/2026

🇿🇦 🇿🇦 🇿🇦

GO BAFANA BAFANA!
We at Heartlands are supporting the boys!

⚽️⚽️⚽️

🍼👶👧 We're Growing Our Stimulation Team! 🧸👶👦Do you have a heart for babies, a passion for nurturing little minds, and a d...
10/06/2026

🍼👶👧 We're Growing Our Stimulation Team! 🧸👶👦

Do you have a heart for babies, a passion for nurturing little minds, and a desire to make a meaningful difference every day?

We are looking for TWO special people to join our Stimulation Team! Our stimulation team plays a vital role in helping our precious children learn, grow, explore, and reach important developmental milestones through love, play, and dedicated care.

We are looking for individuals who are:
🧩 Passionate about child development
🧩 Caring, patient, and compassionate
🧩 Creative and engaging
🧩 Team players with a positive attitude
🧩 Committed to making every child feel loved and valued

Every cuddle, every song, every game, and every smile helps shape a brighter future for the children in our care. If you feel called to be part of something truly special, we'd love to hear from you!
Check out our ad below.

To apply or find out more, please send your 2-page CV to [email protected]

Please share this post to help us find two amazing additions to our Heartlands family!

Address

794 Old Paardevlei Road, The Interchange, 500m Past Builders, Only Building On The Left Hand Side With A Bright Green Wall
Somerset West
7130

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:45

Telephone

+27218523527

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