Welcome!
DPV Outreach (DPVO) is a small group of volunteers who feel that the old ways of approaching homelessness in the community aren’t working. We are doing this differently and looking for longer-term solutions that benefit all in our community – both the housed and un-housed. This is a first for the Vredehoek / Devil’s Peak area and our approach is unique, but we’ve already had several successes and with your help we can do more.
Our activities are largely based on a partnership with Streetscapes: we have the services of a field worker on the ground – Chantel Sampson (whose salary we pay a portion of) – and are able to ask for advice when residents encounter issues with homeless people. In return we can tap into the resources, skills and goodwill of our community when Streetscapes needs donations or is looking for specific volunteer skills.
Our aim is to help homeless people in our area by connecting them with NGOs such as Streetscapes and others who can assist them with IDs, work (when available), arranging accommodation (where possible) and physical- and mental healthcare.
How we can help residents
- If you are experiencing issues with homeless people, we’d like to know
- If you can help us identify where people are sleeping rough or begging in our neighbourhood, we can ask Chantel to help. Unfortunately, we don’t have the resources to respond to concerns immediately, but we’ll ensure they’re addressed when Chantel is in the area and we will keep you updated.
- If you let us know when you notice any public areas that need tidying up the street cleaning team can focus their attention there.
How you can help us
We are currently raising funds to cover the stipends for three Streetscapes beneficiaries who are part of a small cleaning team working across Devil’s Peak and Vredehoek. Weather permitting, they are out and about every day keeping our our streets and parks free from litter. They clean the gutters, weed pavements and keep paths clear of vegetation. It costs R450.00 a day for the team (R150 per person) but any contribution is much appreciated!
If you have a specific area you would like spruced up, drop a mail to info@dpvoutreach.org.za and book the team.
We also need volunteers to join our team. If you’re interested please get in touch!
Our Latest News
A successful market day for DPV Outreach and Streetscapes
DPV Outreach and Streetscapes held a successful market day on 5 April in the Streetscapes garden in Buitenkant Street. [...]
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A successful third Annual General Meeting – 5 December 2024
Our third AGM, held on Wednesday 5 December 2024, was once again hosted by Shift Espresso Bar on Deer Park [...]
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Thank you to our local business supporters
Eclipse Print in Gardens assist us with discounted rates on printing of posters and flyers. We value their friendly and efficient service!
Hammer and Tongs hardware store in Gardens Centre have kindly offered the DPVO/Streetscapes street cleaning team a 50% discount on small gardening tools and gloves.