Counseling and Caregiving

Amani’s Upendo (Love) program was designed to ensure that every child in our care receives individual love and attention. The children meet regularly in groups of four with their Upendo group leader, one of the Amani caregivers. These small groups serve as family units. The children are encouraged to discuss their ideas, feelings, and concerns. They tell the caregiver if there are any problems with other children or if there’s anything they need, like a new pair of shoes or a toothbrush.

The Upendo groups also have topical discussions on issues like honesty, working hard in school, and helping others – the kinds of lessons the children would be learning if they were with their parents. Upendo groups are one way that Amani ensures that each child in our care receives personal attention and love.