Sep 21, 2021 | General
“Dementia is a disease of the brain, not of the Soul”. Today, 21 September 2021, the world acknowledges World Alzheimer’s Day with the goal of raising awareness of the disease, common symptoms, and risk factors. This day raises awareness of the cause and severity of Alzheimer’s disease, and it is observed throughout the month in certain countries. Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain condition that gradually deteriorates memory and cognitive abilities, among other things. It is the most frequent cause of dementia in older individuals. Watch this special video to appreciate and learn. https://youtu.be/CrZXz10FcVM
Sep 20, 2021 | General
You guessed it… the residents of the Assisted Living, Frail care and some Independent Living HSFA units were at it again… partying it up! This time the lovely ladies and gents showed off their style and fashion on a catwalk for a fashion show at each of their units! Our resident’s creativity was evident when Pavarotti, the Italian Mafia and Luigi the Italian pizza chef all came to the party!!
Italian fashion was the theme of the day and Gucci bags, Prada shoes and many a ‘magnifico’ hat was paraded by the enthusiastic residents!
GERATEC chefs once again outdid themselves with a menu of Minestrone Soup with Ciabatta Bread, Arrabbiata Meatballs & Penne Pasta Served with Caprese Salad ending with a Tiramisu.
Note due to the POPIA Act we are restricted from showing photos of faces of our residents (thus the blurred faces), so should you wish to get copies of the many photos taken on the day – please speak to your Unit Manager. Thanks to our sponsors / supporters for the events:
Simply Sparkles Party Light Hire for the discount on party lights and mirror balls and
Cape Laminate and Graphic Printing for the discount on the Italian scene print. Note all activities had Covid-19 protocols observed.
Sep 1, 2021 | General
HSFA and
GERATEC, (our partners in food health and wellbeing), hosted a second ‘Memory Café’ at the HSFA’s Vonke Coffee shop. The Memory Café provides a community resource for people with neuro-cognitive impairment, their families, carers and friends. Rayne Stroebel (PhD Candidate in Dementia Studies) for an informative follow-on talk on living with dementia. The presentation “Dementia beyond drugs – considering a path of wellbeing” was enjoyed by the audience whilst enjoying mouth-watering snacks served by Geratec’s team. Should you have missed this talk, (Geratec is repeating it as a free webinar), please contact Maralize Conradie at training@geratecza.com or 021 461 3020.
Sep 1, 2021 | General
Happy Spring Day! A kind donor (who wished to remain anonymous) and her sweet son kindly delivered beautiful flowers to the HSFA to fill our rooms and hallways with happiness! Thank you for being so thoughtful. #springday #springday2021
Aug 31, 2021 | Healthcare, Retirement, Somerset West
How does one calm the mind and lift the spirits? With music of course! Talented musicians kindly came to play the residents of Vonke today at their internal craft market. Thanks to Yolande Botha and Antoinette Erasmus from the Helderberg Church for your beautiful sounds. These ladies amongst other musicians have been volunteering their time playing at hospitals for the hardworking nurses and doctors during shift changes. The residents of the HSFA enjoyed it so much. Thanks also goes to Dr Bryony May Together Against Covid for coordinating!
