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Ron Smith Care Centre held a Spring Day braai for residents, with each wing decorating their own tables and prizes…
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Adaptation is a word in psychology that basically describes changing to meet needs within a certain context and situation. It…
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Molly celebrates her ninth decade
Rand Aid Tarentaal retirement village resident Molly Cross celebrated her 90th birthday on 10 February, at a lovely party organised…
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Thornhill Manor gets stretching after lockdown
South Africa has reached level one of the national lockdown and Thornhill Manor’s residents are raring to go. The retirement…
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Sunday shines a spotlight on the often-hidden suffering endured by older people. Elder abuse…
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Covid-19 vaccination station set up for Elphin Lodge and RSCC
The Covid-19 vaccination station at Rand Aid’s Elphin Lodge retirement village and Ron Smith Care Centre has been set up….
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At nearly 90, Thornhill Manor’s beloved hairdresser proves purpose never goes out of style
There’s a friendly rhythm in the salon at Thornhill Manor Retirement Village, with scissors snipping and familiar conversation flowing. For…
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Thornhill gets festive for Easter
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DRINK RESPONSIBLY DURING THE CORONAVIRUS
Wedge Gardens rehab centre social worker Karen Griessel has issued a word of caution to South Africans, following the lifting…
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Inyoni Easter Parade enjoyed by all!
Inyoni Creek retirement village’s Easter Parade Fete on 2 April was a roaring success, with people coming in their numbers…
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Holiday happiness at Ron Smith Care Centre
Unlike so many of the special celebrations and events on the Ron Smith Care Centre calendar, the Christmas celebrations were…
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Anne celebrates 102 blessed years
Rand Aid Ron Smith Care Centre resident Anne Brokensha celebrated her 102nd birthday on 28 January. Anne’s daughter Sue Byrne,…
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Christmas lunch spreads goodwill
On Christmas day, some Thornhill Manor Retirement Village residents who might have otherwise been alone gather to enjoy great food,…
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Elphin Lodge learns more about iconic rescue association
Liezl van der Merwe enthralled members of the South African Association of Retired Persons group at Elphin Lodge recently when…
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