The purpose of the organization is the relief of sickness amongst children and young people up to and including the age of 19 years and the relief of such children and young people who have physical and/or learning disabilities in particular by the provision in accordance with christian principles of a) Short term respite care for children and young people up to and including the age of nineteen years who have acute or chronic life threatening or terminal illnesses (including aids) Or who are severely mentally or physically handicapped b)Special care and support to such children and young people and their families within a loving environment.