In his address marking Heritage Day in 1996, former President Nelson Mandela stated: "When our first democratically-elected government decided to make Heritage Day one of our national days, we did so because we knew that our rich and varied cultural heritage has a profound power to help build our new nation." This powerful proclamation defines […]
Women's history is our country's history — and world history. Therefore, as South Africa commemorates Women's Month in August, I would also like to celebrate the achievements, contributions, and progress of women and girls in South Africa and around the globe. In our nation, as in all nations, women have fought for justice, shattered barriers, […]
There is something extraordinary about being able to contribute to the greater good. No one has made it through life without someone else's help. You never know how much someone will touch your life or you will touch theirs, and in this small act, the voice of our seniors is put into action. These actions shape […]
Every day when I wake up, I take a few moments to think about all I am grateful for in my life. My loving family and friends, my health, enjoying the simple things in life as they happen and having another day to help others. There is no better way to start the day – […]
Pretoria, 26 March 2021: The event was hosted to pay homage to their employees for their hard work, resilience, sheer heart, and determination to fight the COVID-19 pandemic during difficult and uncertain times. Everyone was reminded and amazed that it has been a whole year since President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the level 5 national lockdown in […]
Pretoria, 8 March 2021 After deciding to move an elderly family member to an aged care facility, you may feel apprehensive about the coming changes and challenges. Jan Heystek, CEO of Fleurenville Aged Care Centre, explains how you can make the transition easier for everyone involved. The first thing that the older person’s family can […]
1 March 2021 In terms of the Disaster Management Act, and the adjustment to level 1 (published in the Government Gazette 44201 of 28 February 2021) – “controlled visits by members of the public to older persons residential facilities, are prohibited, except to the extent and in the manner directed by the relevant Cabinet member”. […]
17 February 2021 In terms of the Disaster Management Act, and the adjusted level 3 regulations during Coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown extended to 15 March 2021, (published in the Government Gazette 44159 of 13 February 2021) – “controlled visits by members of the public to older persons residential facilities, are prohibited, except to the extent and […]
Pretoria, 3 February 2021: Occupational therapy has endless benefits for the elderly. As we age, the body and mind no longer work the way they used to. Ageing is an inevitable fate for those of us lucky enough to see old age, and there is nothing we can do to stop it. Still, there is a […]
15 January 2021 With the announcement of the extension of South Africa’s adjusted level 3 lockdown, Fleurenville has realised the devastating effect that this has on our residents’ wellbeing. As stated by the President, Gauteng’s infections are growing exponentially and rising with people returning after the holiday season. This statement is supported by the figures […]
