STANFORD ROTARY VISITS SILWERJARE CENTRE FOR THE ELDERLY

By: Lana Coates

There is a centre for the elderly in Gansbaai called Silwerjare Dienssentrum which has 14 live-in residents. A number of Stanfordians have, over the years, spent their autumn years at Silwerjare. Around Easter each year, Stanford Rotary make up gift and treat packs for the elderly residents there who generally don’t receive much in the way of treats. Some don’t even get visits from their own families after literally being dumped at the front door with nothing more than a tiny suitcase.

We were very blessed this year with donations of Easter eggs, homebaked cookies, rusks and fabric with which to make up toiletry bags. We added some basic toiletries, sweets and chocolates, as well as a beanie and a pair of gloves to each pack. The six carers also received a treat pack to acknowledge all their hard work and dedication to the elderly folk. This group of women genuinely care for the well-being of their elderly residents.

Silverjare is always in need of clothing and linen (sheets, towels, etc.), so if you’re having a clear-out, please do consider passing some things on to them (via Rotary).

- 12-Hour Service

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- Half Day Service

- Wellness Pop-In - Shop-Stop Service