The SOS Children's Village Kakiri consists of 13 family houses, a Village Director's house, and accommodation for the SOS aunts (who take care of the children when SOS mothers are on leave), a multi-purpose hall, workshops, and an administrative and service block.
The SOS Kindergarten, which is also located on the premises of the SOS Children’s Village, comprises four classes, a playground and affiliated rooms. It hosts about 110 children, not only from the SOS Children's Village, but also from the neighborhood.
As soon as youths reach the age of about 15, they move into one of the three SOS Youth Houses, where they are cared for by a youth leader.
Being admitted into an SOS Youth Facility means taking responsibility for oneself and is synonymous to taking a big step towards independence. Being fully aware of this, SOS mothers, the Village Director and a psychologist prepare them carefully for that change.
Usually, youths stay up to four years in an SOS Youth Facility. They may stay longer, however, if they are looking for work, completing professional training or studying at a university.