On 4 July, the grounds of Ladies of Hope Hospice were filled with emotion, unity and celebration as the organization marked 25 years of dedicated service a milestone that meaningfully coincided with Flag Day.
This special occasion was more than just an anniversary. It was a tribute to a legacy built on compassion, healing and unwavering support for those facing life’s most difficult journeys. As the Ladies of Hope flag was hoisted high, it became a powerful emblem not just of the organization’s identity, but of the countless lives it has touched.
In a moving message shared by Ladies of Hope, the organization reflected: “Our flag tells a story. A story of pain, of struggle and most importantly of hope. Much like this hospice, the flag is a symbol of healing. It reminds us that even through hardship, unity and compassion can lead us forward.”
The “Y” symbol in the hospice’s emblem, mirroring that of the South African flag, was highlighted as a representation of people from different paths, backgrounds and experiences coming together in shared purpose and care. The hospice’s mission, like the flag, embraces all regardless of race, status or health.
“Whether black or white, rich or poor, sick or healthy our flag embraces us all in its colours. Just like this hospice, it reminds us we are stronger together,” shared Ladies of Hope.
As the flag waved in the wind, it carried with it the weight of 25 years’ worth of stories of hands held, tears shared, lives celebrated and hope rekindled. It stood tall not just as a symbol in the sky, but as a reminder of the enduring spirit that defines Ladies of Hope.
“Well done and congratulations to Myrtle Williams and the entire Ladies of Hope family. Here’s to 25 years of service and to the many more still to come. May the Ladies of Hope flag continue to fly high, not just above us, but within each of us,” said Ward 7’s Cllr Lois Simonse.
