Mentorship & Coaching
One-to-one guidance, reading sessions, and pastoral coaching for individuals navigating new chapters.
A movement, in every sense
Where every body
finds its rhythm.
Blend is a global advocate for disabled individuals — internalising, embracing and incorporating their needs into a harmonious, inclusive landscape.
Elegant · Representation
Our mission
A space where disability is held with dignity — not defined by stigma.
We work alongside Deaf, blind, mobility-impaired and chronically-ill communities — across faith, sport, the arts and the workplace — to build equal rights, fulfilling lives and a culture that listens. Our context is wide; our care, particular.
Eight values
The principles that move us.
Each value is a promise — to our members, partners and the wider community we serve.
01
Education
Sharing knowledge that opens doors.
02
Inspiration
Stories that move and ignite.
03
Vitality
Wellbeing of body and spirit.
04
Transformation
Change carried gently, then boldly.
05
Therapy
Movement as a path to healing.
06
Liberation
Freedom from stigma and silence.
07
Harmony
Balance between people and place.
08
Recognition
Dignity, acknowledged in every life.
What we offer
Programmes, partners and platforms — designed in concert.
Movement & Therapy
Dance, physiotherapy and occupational therapy — designed and delivered by qualified practitioners.
Creative Platforms
Showcases for authors, sketchers, sculptors and performers within our community of remarkable talents.
Advocacy & Rights
Liaison with employers, sport bodies and human-rights partners to widen access and recognition.
Our practitioners
A registered team, at your side.
Our registered social workers bring trauma-informed psychosocial services to vulnerable and marginalised populations — including individuals affected by substance use, gender-based violence, health crises, and socio-economic vulnerability. Skilled in individual counselling, crisis intervention, support group facilitation, psychoeducation, and intersectoral referral coordination within healthcare and community-based settings. We work collaboratively with NGOs, healthcare providers and community stakeholders to strengthen access to care, safety planning, and psychosocial support services — committed to human-rights-based practice, dignity, and non-judgmental service delivery.
Ms Noziphiwo Yawa
Social Worker
- Registration
- SACSSP 1022792
- Languages
- English, Xhosa, Zulu
- Skill speciality
- Trauma, GBV, psycho-social assessment.
Ms Bongiwe Maliwa
Social Worker
- Registration
- SACSSP 1052784
- Languages
- English, Xhosa
- Skill speciality
- Trauma, GBV, Child Welfare & Victim Empowerment.
Mr Seana Makamole
Physiotherapist
- Registration
- PT0126918
- Languages
- English, IsiXhosa, Southern Sotho, Afrikaans
- Skill speciality
- UCT Physiotherapy. Extensive experience.
Ms Nomfundo Khumalo
Social Worker
- Registration
- SACSSP 1053230
- Languages
- English, Xhosa, Zulu
- Skill speciality
- Bachelor of Social Work (UWC). Post-grad Diploma in Addictions (UCT).
Ms Cathy
Occupational Therapist
- Registration
- Registered practitioner
- Languages
- English
- Skill speciality
- Occupational therapy support across the Blend community.
Membership
Join the circle.
Three tiers. One community.
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Standard
$100/ month
600 credits per month for chats, invitations, email, video calls and voice notes.
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$350/ month
1500 credits per month for unlimited access to email, video calls and voice notes.
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Part of a wider family.
Blend stands alongside two companion platforms — each carrying its own voice, all sharing the same care for community and connection.
“You are not at our service — we are at yours, because we believe in who you already are.”
Partner with us, refer a member, or simply say hello.
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