GEORGE NEWS - A group of women have mastered the art of producing delicately crafted greeting cards while to other groups can also be found happily sewing or making jewellery in their workshop at Options Care Centre.
The centre is situated at 122 York Street, tucked away behind La Capannina.

Options, which falls under the Youth for Christ organisation, also has support groups like the Grace Network which links single mothers together in support groups and offers training for leaders, special events, camps and workshops.

In the Pregnancy Care Group, Options focuses on reaching out to people facing an unplanned pregnancy through testing, counselling, information and support. Services include antenatal classes, breast-feeding support, basic ultrasounds and clothing and food supplies from the pantry. Abortion recovery ministry is available to those struggling with an abortion decision.
Options furthermore offers HIV testing, counselling and support in a loving environment. Through training and education people are equipped to reach out and make a difference in their community.

During the George Herald’s visit, a group of visitors from Germany popped in to view the good work that is being carried out at the centre and bought some craft articles.

To view the good work, call in on 3 January or buy their goods at the George Tourism Bureau next door.

For more information or if you want to volunteer your services, contact the centre on 044 874 7414 and speak to Laurie Edwall.


On World Aids Day, YFC’s Options Care Centre personnel hold hands to form a circle of prayer.

ARTICLE AND PHOTOS: PAULINE LOURENS