“Jackie” by Michael Berger

“Jackie is the third born from her mother and one of nine children by her father. Her father abandoned the family and her mother could not afford to provide food for her family. Her father died of AIDS and left her mother with no hope. At the end of 2005 Jackie came to live at the home. El-Shadai home now financially supports her mother who is now receiving treatment for HIV/AIDS. Jackie’s high level of stress and depression resulted in ulcers. Through counseling and treatment her mental and physical condition is improving. Jackie loves to play netball. She enjoys reading, fine arts and studying and would like to become an architect or doctor.”