FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
1. What is the meaning the word "Agathians" ?
The word Agathians originated from a Latin Greek word which means Spark or Beginning.
2. Is this a religious movement?
No, it is not a religious movement. This Home gives shelter to anyone irrespective of race and religion.
3. How long has AGATHIANS been around?
We are established since November 2003. We are now 4 years in service.
4. How many homes do you have and where are they?
Currently Agathians Shelter has TWO Homes one is situated at No. 17, Jalan Tengas 8 / 8,
Seksyen 8,Petaling Jaya,
46050, Selangor, another one at No. 8, Jalan 8/3B, Seksyen 8, 46050 Petaling Jaya.
5. Are you affiliated with any other organisations which carries similar name?
No. Agathians Shelter stands on its own. The similar names are just coincidence.
6. Is this an orphanage?
Agathians Shelter is a welfare Home that cares for not only orphans, but also for abandoned, neglected or abused children. The Home also enrols children of single parent.
7. Is Agathians a registered body ?
Agathians Shelter is the wings of the Welfare Department of Malaysia and the Registrar of Societies (ROS).
8. Are donations made to Agathians Shelter tax exempted ?
Yes, we have also obtained Tax Exempt Status from the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN). The organisation’s registration number is 0661-04-7 and
the Tax Exemption Reference Number is LHDN.01/35/42/51/179-6.5695 Warta 7230
9. Can I visit the Home?
Yes. The Home is open daily from 10 am to 9 pm. Feel free to drop by and share your love with the children.
9. What does Agathians Shelter do?
We provide home for abused, abandoned, neglected or at risk children. In addition we provide family-based counselling, play therapy and community services with the aim to enable a disadvantaged child to have a better hope and future.
10. How does Agathians get these children?
Currently, the Home gets the children from Social Welfare Department and through word of mouth. We are also approached by single mothers who fear for the children’s future due to the environment they live in.
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