HOT CARES

As heard every Monday and Thursday. Hot Cares aims at making a meaningful difference in the lives of those around us.
Weekly English South Africa Non-Profit · Non-Profit
424 Episodes
160 – 180

Hot Cares lends support to The Dis-Chem Foundation’s A Million Comforts’.

Many women and girls worldwide, including in South Africa, face hardships accessing menstrual sanitary products. This lack leads to discomfort, embarrassment, and missed school days due to inadequate hygiene facilities, further stigmatizing periods. Period poverty impacts education and exacerbates poverty among women and girls. Since 2015, The Dis-Chem Foundation's "A…
22 Jul 2024 3 min

Hot Cares And One Insurance come to the aid of a devoted daughter.

Charmaine, a dedicated daughter, has been tirelessly caring for her ailing father after the loss of his wife four years ago. Despite working two jobs, her father’s major cataract surgeries and ongoing care have left her with a R24,000 shortfall not covered by his basic medical aid.
16 Jul 2024 4 min

Hot Cares Supports community heroes with essential gear

Founded in 2019, CGFA provides essential, free fire and rescue services alongside the City of Johannesburg Fire Department. They also offer fire prevention education and investigation services, promoting community safety and equality. CGFA now needs R30,000 for a high-flow twin-stage pump to enhance their response times.
15 Jul 2024 5 min

IT student and waitress Battling Keratoconus assisted by Hot Cares and Silverstar

Bennie is a dedicated waitress and IT student battling keratoconus, a condition causing her cornea to thin and bulge, leading to blurry and distorted vision. Despite her vision challenges, Bene excels in her job, knows the menu backwards, and is beloved by her colleagues. Keratoconus limits her career opportunities and…
10 Jul 2024 5 min

Hot Cares and One Insurance join forces to support the Meintjes family

The Meintjes family has been facing immense medical challenges with their sons JC and Jayden. JC bravely battled Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, leaving him with ongoing health issues. Now, their younger son Jayden has been diagnosed with hypertonia and urgently needs diagnostic tests and therapy, which their…
9 Jul 2024 4 min

Hot Cares assists Owl Rescue with costs for captured leopard

A leopard will be getting some much-needed dental surgery and a tracking collar thanks to the kindness of HOT1027 listeners. Our friends at "The Owl Rescue Centre" were recently called out to a North West farm to capture the leopard which had killed a cow. They quickly realised the big…
4 Jul 2024 5 min

Hot Cares and One Insurance alleviate medical burden for single mother

Little Dian, only 14 months old, faced severe gastroenteritis and dehydration, requiring urgent medical attention. His single mother, Carmen, already struggling financially, faced R14,000 in unexpected medical bills despite having medical aid. The stress of seeing her son so ill, combined with the financial burden, has been overwhelming.
2 Jul 2024 5 min

Evan Pienaar wins prestigious Hot Cares & Guvon chefs bursary

Evan Pienaar has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Hot Cares & Guvon Chefs Bursary! Evan's passion for cooking, which he sees as a beautiful form of self-expression and connection, has earned him a fully-funded 3-year qualification at the esteemed Guvon Academy, starting on 09 July 2024. This…
1 Jul 2024 6 min

Hot Cares and Silverstar support Newclare Breakfast Kitchen's winter outreach

The Newclare Breakfast Kitchen in Brixton, led by the incredible Tannie Audry, has been a beacon of hope since 2007. Every morning, they ensure school children start their day with a warm meal. In 2019, they launched a bakery, creating jobs and skill development opportunities. This winter, Tannie Audry and…
12 Jun 2024 5 min

Hot Cares and One Insurance provide assistance for baby's crucial surgery

Born with a unilateral cleft lip and palate, Deshayan has already faced many challenges in his short 7 months. His loving family, despite having medical aid, has struggled with the mounting co-payments and expenses. A second surgery is vital for Deshayan’s health, enabling him to feed, speak, and breathe properly,…
11 Jun 2024 5 min
160 – 180