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He may be 86, but Elphin Lodge Retirement Village resident Desmond Green is a master of speed walking. So quick…
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Dancing departure for Ron Smith Care Centre’s recreation queen
The Ron Smith Care Centre (RSCC) echoed with music and laughter as the community came together at the end of…
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Enduring friendship toasted at Esme’s farewell
When Esme Erasmus retired at the end of June, she looked back not only on 33 years of service to…
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Staying active, one stretch at a time
Chair exercises may sound gentle, and while they are safe and accessible, they can still provide a surprisingly good workout….
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New cars for anniversary after couple’s brush with COVID-19
Their recent brush with the Coronavirus made Stuart (84) and Molly (82) Jayes’ 60th wedding anniversary on February 5 even…
16 Feb 2021
Rob celebrates nine decades
Thornhill Manor retirement village resident Rob Clark celebrated his 90th birthday on 27 September. He was born in Germiston in…
29 Sep 2022
From village sister to neighbour: Thornhill Manor nurse prepares for a new chapter
After more than six years of caring for residents at Thornhill Manor, the village’s much-loved sister is preparing to step…
16 Jul 2026
Thornhill Manor does its bit for Alzheimer’s awareness
Thornhill Manor Retirement Village sweetened the deal this September, World Alzheimer’s Month, with a fundraising initiative that was both delicious…
05 Sep 2024
Inyoni Creek turns pink for a purpose
To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Inyoni Creek’s October birthday tea was awash with pink – the colour of hope…
13 Nov 2025
TEN YEARS SOBER!
My life revolved around alcohol, says 51-year-old James Algera who recently celebrated 10 years of sobriety. After growing up in…
14 Jul 2020
Remarkable Rand Aid residents who redefine the image of ageing
The image of seniors in rocking chairs staring day-long at the telly is as outdated as dial-up modems for connectivity…
08 Nov 2023
ANXIETY IN COVID TIMES
Registered nurse Estelle Raath shares her experiences of the general anxiety that has become so commonplace during the global coronavirus…
14 Aug 2020
United in caring – Rand Aid dementia awareness walk
People of varied abilities had one thing in common when they united for a fundraising walk in September – they…
04 Oct 2023
Tarentaal goes green for St Patrick’s day!
Following two years of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, Rand Aid’s Tarentaal retirement village residents thoroughly enjoyed celebrating St Patrick’s Day on…
22 Mar 2022
Garden Club gets busy for Thornhill féte
Thornhill Manor’s Garden Club and their helpers recently got their hands dirty repotting of an array of plants and seedlings…
10 Jul 2023