Dec 11, 2023 | Acts of kindness, HSFA Volunteers, Somerset West
Volunteering is the art of making a difference through the canvas of kindness, colouring the world with compassion, one selfless act at a time.
During the celebration of International Volunteers Week, we seized the chance to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated volunteers who selflessly offer their valuable time to support the elderly at the HSFA. It’s a genuine blessing to have so many compassionate souls within our community. Your kindness and unwavering commitment are deeply appreciated. To mark the occasion, we gathered for a delightful festive lunch together. Also thank you
GERATEC for a wonderful spread of deliciousness
Dec 2, 2023 | Active Ageing, Assisted Living, Charity Shop, Charity Shops, Donate to Elderly, Frail Care, HSFA Volunteers, Independent living retirement, Retirement, Somerset West
The HSFA Festive Market certainly lived up to it name. It was buzzing with residents, staff and many visitors to the HSFA all enjoying the festivities, gift shopping and enjoying pancakes, boerewors, roosterkork, Samoosas, “bazaarpoeding” , gingerbeer and lemon juice and more!
Apr 28, 2023 | Acts of kindness, Assisted Living, Drama for Elderly, Frail Care, HSFA Volunteers, Independent living retirement, Living longer, Retirement, Somerset West
“Oh, What a beautiful morning!” from Oklahoma rang out in the lounges of Silver Oaks Lodge and our Support Centre units. HSFA Assisted Living and Frail Care residents enjoyed the polished performances Tish and Denise and their uplifting voices! Songs in the line-up included favourites from The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma! West Side Story, and more! A quote from one of the residents Olive Bowman summed it up; “They were out of this world. I wish I could reach the notes that they get so effortlessly. The songs all take me back many years. Thank you for the whole performance which was unforgettable!” Thank you to Denise Rogers and Tish Morgan as well as Tina Lotz (MC) and Johan Davidson (Audio/tech).
Apr 24, 2023 | Healthcare, HSFA Volunteers, Occupational Therapy
The residents of the Support Centre (one of our the HSFA Frail Care units) have benefitted from six Occupational Therapy students from Stellenbosch University who have begun their research study at the Society observing older persons in residential facilities and their cognitive abilities. Their observation was in early April 2023 and will repeat for a week in May 2023. The study is managed by Prof. Nicola Ann Plastow. Photo below left to right: Adri Snyman Risk Manager HSFA, Hanlie Theron Unit Manager Frail Care, Shivani Naidoo, Elzaan Blaauw, Fatima Moos, Fiona Smith, Tyla Fleischer, Kayla Burger, Nellie Botha HSFA Occupational Therapist and Rika Rodd CEO HSFA, #occupationaltherapy #stellenboschuniversity
Apr 22, 2023 | Acts of kindness, Assisted Living, Frail Care, Healthcare, HSFA Volunteers, Independent living retirement
April is Global Volunteer month reminding us to recognise the volunteers that spread happiness through their unselfish kindness in the world. Thank you to our wonderful HSFA volunteer team that support the HSFA with their efforts in the charity shop, kiosk, gardens, art classes, reading, talk groups and so much more! See below one of our new volunteers Claire Wilson in the HSFA Support Centre being a great listener and companion with her radiating smile whilst soothing and massaging hands and feet of our frail residents. Our residents enjoy the art classes of Rose Malan and Carol Spencer. Do not forget the work done by our dedicated charity shop team who manage the shop every Friday. Helpers are currently needed in the HSFA Charity shop. Should you wish to apply to volunteer at the HSFA please contact Shireen Van Reenen on 021852 5130 or email shireen@hsfa.org.za. #volunteers #volunteersmonth
Apr 21, 2023 | Acts of kindness, HSFA Volunteers, Independent living retirement, Living longer
Our Independent Living Units certainly know how to start the weekend with a “Noot vir Noot” music quiz during their Happy hour! Thanks to Theo Rix our favorite quizmaster.
