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Rand Aid: Shifting perceptions of ageing and care
In the not-so-distant past, old age was often associated with frailty, dependence, and a decline in quality of life. “Care…
01 Oct 2024
Rand Aid’s senior nursing services manager loses cancer battle
Avril Maltman (64) will be remembered for her no-nonsense yet deeply caring approach to life. The senior nursing services manager…
25 Apr 2025
31 Jan 2022
Baking teaches life skills at SANCA Wedge Gardens
SANCA Wedge Gardens’ clients have been baking up a storm during their occupational therapy (OT) sessions. “Our clients love to…
21 Aug 2023
Alzheimer’s fun walk raises funds for OT
Thornhill Manor retirement village, Thembalami Care Centre and Max Ordman Deaf Association (MODA) joined forces to generate awareness around Alzheimer’s…
27 Sep 2022
Tarentaal residents turn heads with their Easter hats
“We’ve got spirit, yes we do!” The residents of Tarentaal Retirement Village had every right to make this claim after…
24 Apr 2025
01 May 2018
Game on in the Tarentaal village hall!
Feeling bored or lonely? There’s plenty to get involved in right on your doorstep. The Tarentaal village hall is often…
10 Jul 2025
01 Mar 2018
Spreading light in the dark days of COVID-19
Thornhill Manor resident Gretha Pecoraro penned these words of motivation on a whiteboard positioned at the main entrance to the…
06 Apr 2020
To China and back – from an armchair
Sarah Richards accepts a spring roll with sweet chili sauce from Debbie Christen. Care worker Lungile Mhlongo (back to camera)…
15 Oct 2020
Elphin Lodge grandkids rock as initiative goes inter-generational
What started as one resident’s quiet idea has turned into a colourful craze at Elphin Lodge. Inspired by ‘Cape Town…
12 Aug 2025
New garden for spring
A beautifully landscaped water-wise garden was created at Rand Aid’s Tarentaal retirement village in celebration of spring. Grounds manager George…
07 Sep 2020
Tranquil moments in nature at Ron Smith Care Centre
The natural beauty of Ron Smith Care Centre is a daily pleasure for residents. Shaded by mature trees and surrounded…
22 Oct 2025
02 Jun 2020