Manicures, make-up and massages were the order of the day at Ron Smith Care Centre to celebrate Women’s Month.
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To ensure that the 80 residents who had booked could be accommodated, two full days were devoted to these spa sessions in the OT Activity Centre on August 21 and 22.
Dis-chem Foundation donated nail polish in a variety of colours, scented hand creams and other nail care supplies.
The care workers on each of the six wings were asked to pair up with a resident and treat her to a morning of relaxation and pampering.
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“It was wonderful for care workers and residents to interact and bond with each other in this special way. The therapeutic benefit of touch is well known, not to mention the fact that freshly polished nails and a bit of lipstick can really lift your spirit,” said Debbie Christen, Manager, Recreational Programmes.
On the first Spa Day, some students from St Benedict’s College and Assumption Convent came to help with the day’s activities. Those residents who had the privilege of having their nails painted by them were absolutely delighted. They also received personal caring attention from the male students.
On the second Spa Day, care centre volunteers came to assist and were also on hand to pamper the care workers and other staff.
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