Masonic Homes
For Seniors & Quadriplegics
The Masonic Spring Ball is the primary fundraiser for the Masonic Homes. Here’s a closer look at the properties you’re supporting – and the lives you’re helping to change.
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n 1974, RW Bro Andy van Niekerk OSM was appointed as Provincial Grand Master, Southern Division. In his installation address, he announced his vision to provide homes for seniors in need. Now, some four decades later and thanks to years of tireless hard work by dozens of Freemasons like RW Bro Geoff Burchell OSM, that vision is a reality. Today, we own a block of flats for retired couples, three communal houses for retired single people and a communal home for quadriplegics. These properties are managed by Masonic Homes NPC, with the annual Masonic Spring Ball serving as the primary fund-raising event.
The Masonic Home for Quadriplegics
Desmain Lodge Our flagship property, this block of 13 flats in Plumstead, has become a Main Road landmark. The project is managed by MW Bro Geoff Edwards OSM, who is ably assisted by Joan Halls.
Geoffrey Burchell House
This specially equipped home caters for seven quadriplegics and two staff. GLSA Southern Division is fully responsible for the house itself, while the Quadriplegic Association (QASA), under direction of Wor Bro Danny Retief, takes care of managing the project.
This property in Bergvliet was our first Masonic Abbeyfield Home, and it set the standard for our future efforts. This Home is under the management of Wor Bro Mike Burchell and caters for the needs of eight residents.
Ted’s House
Andy van Niekerk House
Our second Masonic Abbeyfield Home, located in Rondebosch East, is managed by Lodge Hiram under the chairmanship of RW Bro Ronnie Smith. It houses seven residents.
Our newest venture opened in March 2010. Located in Bothasig, this property is our first Home for Seniors in the northern suburbs. It is managed by Wor Bro Jan Venter and caters for eight senior citizens.
