Meet our Team

Meet the Teams Behind Wenakker’s Heartbeat

At Wenakker, nothing happens without our dedicated teams who turn compassion into action every single day. From house parents who make each resident feel at home, to therapists, nurses, and support staff who ensure every need is met—our people are the reason this place thrives.

Every house parent, caregiver, and volunteer brings their own spark of kindness. Our medical and therapy teams work hand‑in‑hand to keep minds sharp and bodies healthy. Behind the scenes, our administration, kitchen, laundry, and grounds crews keep the wheels turning so life here runs smoothly.

Together, we’re not just a group of professionals—we’re a family committed to lifting lives, celebrating small victories, and building a community where every person belongs. Welcome to the team that makes Wenakker more than a center—it makes it a home.


Please note: All photographs of Wenakker residents are shared with the informed consent of either the individuals themselves or their legal guardians. We are fully compliant with the requirements of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), particularly regarding the rights of vulnerable persons. It is never our intention to diminish the dignity of any resident—instead, these images reflect the pride we take in the remarkable individuals who make Wenakker the community it is.

Department Heads

Lekkerrus, Khaya and High care

 Florence Mokwena- House Mother (High Care unit) Sr Elizabeth Skhosana, Marie Marais - Enrolled Nurse, Ingrid Beeslaar - Enrolled Nurse, Caroline Sebiya - House Mother (Lekkerrus)

House Mothers

House Mothers

Dinah Motau - House Mother (Dept C), Nomsa Mkhize - Laundry Supervisor, Marcelle Steenkamp - House Mother (Dept G), Martie Coetzer, Joyce Viljoen - House Mother (Dept D), Phindile Mnisi - House Mother (Dept F), Rosina Thulari - House Mother (Dept H), Pinky Mkhondo - House Mother (Dept K), Dorie Barnard - house Mother (Dept E), Nomsa Mokofane - House Mother (Dept B)

Assistants

High and Medium Care
 - Housemothers & Nursing Staff

(fltr.) Poppy Mahumane - Caregiver, Liza Masilela - Caregiver, Marie Marais, Agnes Sibanyoni - Caregiver, Ingrid Beeslaar, Florence Mashaba - House Mother (Stimulasie), St Elizabeth Skhosana, Dina Madigage - Therapeutic Assistant, Gladys Mlimi - Caregiver, Mavis Mashilo - Caregiver, Caroline Sebiya - House Mother (Lekkerrus), Precious Mabuya - Caregiver, Thandiwe Mojalefa - Caregiver

Groundsmen

Maintenance Team

Joseph Mguni (Garden supervisor), Ronnie Jansen (Maintenance Supervisor), Francois Marais (Grounds Manager), Phillimon Sedi (Garden supervisor)