Our story of growth
Founded in 1986, Aanhou-wen has grown into a registered Protective Workshop that champions dignity and opportunity. From humble beginnings, we have become a vibrant centre where beneficiaries thrive through care, skills, and community.
Aanhou-Wen has a PBO status and can issue a Section 18A Certificate.
Our Services
Our services are designed to empower. From secure shredding and creative sewing to gardening and hospitality, each programme is more than a task; it is a stepping stone to independence, confidence, and meaningful contribution
Shredding
Our confidential shredding service ensures professional document security while creating meaningful work opportunities for beneficiaries.
Skills Development
From cooking, woodcraft, sewing, to communication and time management, our skills programmes build independence and prepare beneficiaries for real‑world opportunities.
Stories of impact
Happy Place!
Thats what Aanhou-wen means to Uane. A place where she is loved, excepted for who she is and just being herself. Thank you to every single person who is part of her village. You are much loved.
Janine - Parent
Om my deel te kan gee, beteken baie.
Dit is vir my soos n 2de huis. Ek is opgewonde elke oggend om op te staan om my vriende te gaan sien en vir mense te wys wat ek kan doen.
Eduan Nel - Begunstigde
Aanhouwen has truly changed Shaheed’s life.
After two years of silence, he is speaking again and excited about the future and the world around him. The staff are incredible and professional, and the programmes have allowed him to become social at his own pace. We are forever grateful for the support and the new lease on life they have given him his own place in the sun, productive and happy.
Mariam Lenders - Parent
Dit beteken vir my baie, omdat ek baie daar geleer.
Aanhou-Wen beteken vir my baie omdat ek baie daar geleer. Dinge wat ek voorheen nie kon doen nie is nou vir my maklik. Aanhou-Wen het vir my meer self selfvertroue gegee.
Phillip Marx - Begunstigde
Dit is n lekker plek wat my baie geleer het.
Aanhou-Wen is n lekker plek wat my baie geleer het, soos herwinning. Ek geniet dit om besig te wees en om te help om donasies op te tel.
Johan Von Willigh - Begunstigde
Would you like to register?
Are you ready to take the next step? Admissions at Aanhou-wen open the door to care, skills, and meaningful work for young adults with intellectual disabilities. Begin the process today and explore our application form and rates to secure a place in this supportive community.
News and highlights
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AT AANHOU-WEN, LASTING IMPACT IS ONLY POSSIBLE WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER.
As an adult centre without government support, we rely on the generosity of partners who believe in dignity, inclusion, and opportunity. Their contributions sustain our programmes and help every adult here thrive.
Meet the partners walking this journey with us.
Brave Co sources quality products from the Down syndrome community and their families and sell them to retailers and offices.
Our vision and ultimate goal is to train and upskill young adults with intellectual disabilities for meaningful work placement, furthermore encouraging a life of appropriate independence.