Welcome to Open Hands Support Centre
Providing a safe haven and recovery pathway for vulnerable and abused men in East London. Our mission is to offer not just shelter, but a path to recovery, dignity, and stability.
Providing a safe haven and recovery pathway for vulnerable and abused men in East London. Our mission is to offer not just shelter, but a path to recovery, dignity, and stability.
Open Hands Support Centre is a shelter and recovery pathway for vulnerable and abused men in East London (Eastern Cape). The Centre offers safe accommodation, meals, access to counselling, and practical help back into work and community life.
Founded to address the under-served needs of men affected by abuse, trauma, and homelessness, Open Hands operates from Southernwood and partners with local counselling services to provide regular one-to-one support.
In 2025 the Centre relaunched in new Southernwood premises to expand services for vulnerable men.
A stable, caring home for men in crisis. We provide clean accommodation, meals, and daily routines that restore order, dignity, and peace of mind.
Each resident receives compassionate guidance and counselling. Working with trusted local partners like Masithethe, our on-site counsellor helps men face trauma, rebuild confidence, and find hope again.
We help residents prepare for employment, rebuild skills, and reconnect with family and community. The goal is a fresh start—independent, confident, and contributing once more.
Our services are available to adult men in the Buffalo City/East London area facing challenges related to abuse, trauma, homelessness, and related issues.
If you or someone you know needs help, contact us directly for an intake conversation to discuss eligibility and potential admission.
We provide safe housing, meals, counseling, and practical assistance to help men reintegrate into society and achieve stability.
Our services are provided at no cost to eligible individuals, thanks to the support of our community partners and donors.
You can contribute meal packs, hygiene supplies, mentorship, job opportunities, or make financial donations to support our cause. Please Contact Us using the form below for non-financial support, or Support Us financially by clicking here.
Further details about our programs can be found on our website or by contacting us directly.
We’re here to support vulnerable men in need. If you or someone you know requires assistance, reach out to us. Our team is available to help with housing, counselling, and more. Fill out the "Contact Us" form or contact us directly for immediate support. Together, we can enable a path towards stability and hope.
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