The Northern Cape Department of Health is aware of the current challenges faced by the Helen Bishop Home regarding staff remuneration. We wish to confirm that the Department has been actively engaging with the Helen Bishop Home management team, in collaboration with the Department of Social Development, to expedite the resolution of these challenges.We are committed to finalizing the required administrative processes to ensure the facility meets all compliance requirements. Once these requirements are met, the Memorandum of Understanding will be finalized and implemented, enabling the disbursement of allocated funding.The Department recognizes the essential services provided by the Helen Bishop Home and is working diligently to resolve the situation as swiftly as possible. We value the dedication of the caregivers and support staff who continue to provide critical care to residents despite these temporary challenges.We anticipate a positive outcome from our ongoing discussions and will provide further updates as the process advances.