Grim future for welfare home facing eviction


Josephine (left) briefing the children about the uncertain fate of the home in Jalan Nilam, Bagan Ajam, Butterworth.

THE operator of Persatuan Kebajikan Shammah Butterworth which houses 22 children from broken homes and orphans has been having sleepless nights since receiving an eviction notice from the houseowner.

A. Josephine, 44, said she was served with a termination of rental agreement notice on Oct 2 and also a valuation letter for the house in Jalan Nilam, Bagan Ajam.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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