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Digicel turns sod for multi-million dollar children’s home
Telecommunication giant, Digicel turned the sod for the new Mahaica Children’s Home recently. This new multi-million-dollar home will replace the existing structure which houses over 50 children.
The new Mahaica Children’s Home was designed by Marcel Gaskin and Associates. It will feature girls’ and boys’ dormitories, bathrooms, laundry room, study room, recreational room, infirmary, kitchen, nursery, dining room, office and caretaker’s quarters.
The Children’s Home will provide a safe environment for children in difficult circumstances such as parental neglect and abuse.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Digicel Chief Executive Officer,
An artist’s impression of Mahaica Children’s Home
Gregory Dean, said, “Digicel is happy to assist with not only providing a safe haven for the children but also a comfortable home which will aid in their growth and development.”
“Since Digicel’s launch in Guyana, the company has been working with a number of charities across the country. However, we wanted to do something even more meaningful this year that will contribute to the development of many over a long period.
“After visiting the children at the Mahaica home last Christmas, we decided to embark on this project so that the children can be housed in an environment that is conducive to their growth, learning and development,” Dean said.
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Jennifer Webster, said that her Ministry is happy to work along with Digicel to ensure that the new home is equipped with all the right features for the children.
According to Minister Webster, “The Mahaica Children’s Home which is administered by the Ministry of Human Services is responsible for nurturing the children. We provide educational, social, physical, and spiritual care for these children so we are happy that the new home will be equipped with the right amenities to cater to their needs. Special thanks to Digicel for committing to such a project and we look forward to the completion of the new home.”
Digicel Head of Marketing, Jacqueline James, said that a fully furnished home will be presented on completion of the project.
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