Christmas cheer for residents of Thelma Vaughan Memorial Home

In February of this year Shekira Boxhill launched Kids Helping Kids Inc., a charity dedicated to supporting the less fortunate, particularly those who are disabled.

On Saturday, with the backing of KM2 Solutions, Boxhill brought holiday cheer to the residents of the Thelma Vaughan Memorial Home in Glebe Land, St George.

“During the Christmas season, people often complain about the cost of living. I believe that if you can do something to assist those in need and bring a smile to someone’s face, especially during this time, it’s a good thing to do. I’ve always loved helping others, and that’s what motivated me to start a charity,” Boxhill shared.

She added, “Starting this year in February, I promised to touch two different homes each year to assist the physically challenged community and children’s homes in Barbados.”

While Thelma Vaughan Memorial Home was the first beneficiary, Boxhill stated that other similar centres will also receive assistance to raise awareness of their existence and the crucial services they provide.

Jason Moore, Programme Manager at KM2 Solutions Barbados, expressed the company’s easy alignment with Boxhill’s initiative, stating, “We like to give back to charities, different homes, just for the sake of charity and supporting other entities.”

Moore added, “It’s a good opportunity to partner with her to give back to this particular charity, which not only caters to kids but also extends its services up to 65 years of age. When KM2 Solutions heard about this charity, we eagerly joined forces to contribute through our KM2 Care department in Barbados.”

The Thelma Vaughan Memorial Home, established in April 1971 as the first home for physically disabled children in Barbados, provides 24-hour residential care.

Initially starting with four residents, the Accommodation block was added by 1975 to accommodate the growing number of residents.

While some residents returned to their own homes at 18, others remained with Thelma Vaughan Home.

In 2003, the Francis Blackman Building was added, providing semi-independent living for the now-adult residents.

(RT)