Stepping Stone Hospice

18/02/2026

18/02/2026

- Stepping Stone Charity Shop

18/02/2026

Our perception about crying in public is cultural. In some places, not crying is a sign of dignity, whereas in other cultures, not crying for the deceased is consider a sign of dishonor.

It helped us to view crying not a sign of weakness, but rather as an expression of deep sorrow.

In the river of tears, count your blessings. Make time your friend.

From the book: On Grief and Grieving (Finding the meaning of Grief through 5 stages of loss) by: Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross and David Kessler

17/02/2026

Our team received the sweetest surprise when Susan and Barbara popped into our offices bearing the most delicious cupcakes on behalf of Cherish, a women's ministry from Doxa Deo Meyersdal.

This isn't the first time they've stopped by to show our staff some love, and honestly, it never gets old. The people who walk through our doors every day give so much of themselves, and moments like these remind us that what we do matters and that we are not doing it alone.

Thank you, Susan and Barbara, and the Cherish ministry, for always thinking of us!

16/02/2026

This past Saturday scores of compassionate souls laced up their shoes at Reitvlei Zoo Farm and walked - not just for exercise, but for a purpose far greater than themselves.

They walked for our young warriors and for families navigating some of life's most difficult roads. Stepping Stone is deeply honoured and truly humbled to have been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of the Alberton Lions Club Childhood Cancer Awareness Charity Walk.

To the Alberton Lions Club - your dedication to community and to causes that matter is an inspiration. To every single walker who showed up - thank you. Your feet carried hope. A very special thank you also goes out to our incredible Stepping Stone volunteers and staff who gave up their Saturday to be present and represent our organisation.

14/02/2026

A heartfelt congratulations to both winners [Cherine Delport and Lesley Guthrie]
and a sincere thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket and helped make a difference. Your generosity goes directly toward supporting the vital care we provide to those who need it most.

This Valentine's Day, you didn't just win a prize, you helped spread love to our community's most vulnerable.

13/02/2026

As a non-profit organisation, Stepping Stone relies almost entirely on the generosity of people like you.

Our charity shop is the heartbeat of our fundraising. Every rand raised goes directly toward providing dignified care for our patients and their families during life's most tender moments.

We are calling on our beautiful community to help by donating quality household furniture that is no longer serving you at home. What gathers dust in your garage could fill our shelves, fund our nurses, and bring comfort to a family in need.

12/02/2026

The sky is not the limit for Tersia Burger because she has already proven that a mother's love, fuelled by purpose, knows no ceiling.

We are so incredibly proud to share that our Founder and CEO, Tersia Burger, has been nominated for the Woman of Stature Awards South Africa 2026 in the Woman in Community category and honestly, it comes as no surprise to any of us who witness her in action every single day.

This is not the first time the world has taken notice of Tersia. Back in 2023, she was recognised as a finalist in the CEO of the Year category at these very same Woman of Stature South African Awards - a testament to the calibre of leadership she brings to Stepping Stone Hospice & Care Services in Alberton. To be nominated again, this time in the Woman in Community category, speaks to how far-reaching and deeply rooted her impact has become.

And what an impact it is. What began in 2013 as a sacred promise to her late daughter Vicky has grown into something truly extraordinary. Under her leadership, Stepping Stone has walked alongside more than 4 000 patients and supported over 40 000 families through life’s most tender and difficult moments.

We are proudly the only hospice in Gauteng to hold dual accreditation from CoHSASA while maintaining a five-star APCC rating. In 2024, we opened a dedicated paediatric unit, making Stepping Stone only the fifth specialised children’s end-of-life care facility in the entire country and the only CoHSASA accredited paediatric palliative care.

And in 2025, we were awarded the Global Recognition Award, placing us firmly among Africa’s finest in palliative care. But behind every one of those milestones is Tersia - showing up with courage, and an unshakeable belief that every person deserves dignity in their final chapter. Please join us in congratulating our remarkable leader.

11/02/2026

She Has Done It AGAIN😃🥳! Lorraine Connock Makes History with Fifth Win

Lorraine Connock has just won R20,000 AGAIN. In today's 77th draw (January 2026), lightning didn't just strike twice, or three times, or even four times. It struck for an absolutely unprecedented FIFTH time.

This has NEVER happened before in the entire history of Club 2000. Don't sit on the sidelines watching others win. Get in the game and buy your R50 ticket. Buy your Club 2000 ticket today and join Lorraine in our winner's circle.
Here's Lorraine's unbelievable winning record:

*September 2021 - R20,000
*November 2023 - R2,000
*November 2024 - R20,000
*October 2025 - R20,000
*January 2026 - R20,000

That's over R82 000 in total winnings from one loyal supporter. And here's the thing that should excite you: Lorraine doesn't have a secret formula. She's not doing anything you can't do. She simply believes in our cause, buys her tickets, and stays in the running month after month [she has three tickets].

2nd prize: R2000: Mary Stierlin (Ticket no 1485)
3rd prize: R1000: Jacobus Van Onselen (Ticket no 2498)
4th prize: R 500: Frieda Garvie (Ticket no 1779)
5th prize: R 500: Danielene Botha (Ticket no 1050)
6th prize: R 500: Christiaan Bouwer (Ticket no 2342)
7th prize: R 500: HH Ge**er (Ticket no 1048

Some of the winners donated back of their winnings to Stepping Stone Hospice.
The February 2026 draw will take place on Wednesday, 11th March 2026. Best of luck to all!

Thank you to each and every club entrant for your continued support, your support helps us to keep our promises to our patients and their families, it is much appreciated.

We’re reaching out today with an opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful - our Brick by Brick campaign. Just like the strongest buildings are constructed one brick at a time, we believe that together, through your support, we can build something extraordinary for our community.

TO DONATE to our BRICK-BY-BRICK CAMPAIGN:

Stepping Stone Hospice
ABSA – Alberton
Account: 408 609 5643
Branch: 632 005
Ref: BBB/Your name & contact Number

Or click here to contribute: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/help-us-build-brick-by-brick

Can't contribute right now? You can still help by:
*Sharing this campaign with your friends and family
*Following our progress on social media
*Spreading the word in your community

COMMENT below for more info; watch our draw in the comment section.

10/02/2026

Happy 12th birthday to one of our young warriors! One of the unit's young patients marked another year of life surrounded by the nursing staff who have become like family.

For our nurses, moments like these represent the heart of their calling.

09/02/2026

We're deeply grateful to Councillor Wissler for her generous donation of a wheelchair to Stepping Stone Hospice.

This essential equipment will directly improve the comfort and mobility of those in our care, making a real difference in their daily lives. Thank you for your kindness and support.

07/02/2026

After reading about our work in the Alberton Record, Allen and Christine reached out to make a difference by donating 10 packs of toiletries and a sanitizer stand for our patients.

We're incredibly grateful to them for their generous donation. Acts of kindness like this remind us of the kindness in our community. Thank you, Allen and Christine, for thinking of our patients and helping us provide dignified, comfortable care.