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Mentally challenged children meet Santa

As part of its annual Christmas party drive for underprivileged children and senior citizens, Checkers and Checkers Hyper hosted a party for 100 mentally challenged children at the Masonic Hall in Boksburg on December 7.

Staff from Checkers Boksburg were involved in making the day a success.

“It is our way of bringing a bit of cheer to the underprivileged and the elderly at Christmas time,” said Sufura Sheriff, public relations manager for Checkers and Checkers Hyper.

Santa recently handed out gifts at the party for 100 mentally challenged children at the Masonic Hall.

The children were treated to sweets and treats, lunch and a goodie bag of toys from Santa.

The party was arranged by Sister Florence Matona who runs a support group for the parents of mentally challenged children.

Sister Florence Matona, who runs a support group for the parents of the mentally challenged children, shows off all the goodies Santa left under the Christmas tree.
Checkers Hyper Boksburg staff (from left): Margaret van der Merwe (non foods assistant), Sufura Sheriff (public relations manager, Checkers and Checkers Hyper), Sharon Flank (customer service) and Ansie van der Walt (bakery controller).

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