Rand Aid’s Ron Smith Care Centre (RSCC) resident Jill Jones and her cat Annie-Cat were treated to a day of tender love and care after they received separate pamper sessions.
On September 15, Jill had her nails done by care worker Busi Nxumalo, while Jolly Dog Spa came to the care centre to groom Annie.
“Normally, when I brush Annie, she only tolerates it for a few minutes and then growls and runs away!” said Jill.
Jill has been a RSCC resident for five years and ever since she moved in, she had wanted a cat.
Annie was a rescue cat, who used to live in the storeroom of a bottle store.
She was rescued by a member of the community and when the management of the care centre found out that the cat needed a home, they immediately thought of Jill.
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Jill was overjoyed when she was approached by management who asked if she would like to adopt the stray.
Part of the Eden Alternative philosophy, which the care centre follows, is that residents should have the opportunity to enjoy close relationships and connections with animals.
The pair have a very close bond and Jill said Annie-Cat is a blessing in her life.
