Fathers celebrated at RSCC
“Another poem was read at the end of the event and everyone left feeling relaxed and appreciated."
A relaxed, pub-like atmosphere greeted Ron Smith Care Centre’s male residents when they attended an event to celebrate Father’s Day.
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Held at the care centre’s recreation centre, the June 15 event was enjoyed by the residents who were served a non-alcoholic beverage of their choice and bar snacks on arrival.
Snacks served included biltong, chips, pretzels and snack mix.
Rand Aid’s manager of recreational programmes, Debbie Christen, said residents were asked prior to the event what they would like to drink.
“Heineken and Hunter’s Gold were requested, so we arranged non-alcoholic versions for them, which they really enjoyed.”
Highlights of the celebration included a Father’s Day poem which was read out to honour fathers and father figures.
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A quiz on famous fathers was held, which saw residents with the correct answers rewarded with chocolates; and a series of BBC Wildlife video clips were also watched.
“Another poem was read at the end of the event and everyone left feeling relaxed and appreciated,” said Debbie.
“Our residents had such a good time that they requested another pub social soon.”
