Senior citizens aim to inspire change

Midrand’s senior citizens looked dapper as they gathered in Vorna Valley on 21 June for the launch of their a new non-profit social club called The New Dawn Senior Citizens Club, which aims to strengthen the community by taking care of children and senior citizens.

On the evening of the launch, club members participated in fun activities such as singing, dancing and the titles for best-dressed male and female of the night while food was served in between.

Later the clubs interim executives were introduced to all members. The club’s project manager Shamila Nandlal said the their mandate was to uplift older people in the community by reaching out to old age homes as well as children’s homes to help with feeding and other chores.

“We are going to inspire our members to do good within the community and we wish each and every member will contribute something towards the community and helping the poor. We want to do things for our senior citizens in the club were they can come join the club and enjoy the day with us while dancing or doing handwork or having a meal with us, just to uplift them.

“Our first meeting is going to be on 30 June at the Siloam Ministries Church located at 42 Orchard Road, Blue Hills in Midrand, and we hope to get more members to come on board.

“Whoever wants to join us can come, but only senior citizens. We will have activities such as dancing, yoga and even sports and sometimes even a braai – no kids allowed.”

Details: The New Dawn Senior Citizens Club spokesperson Irma Odendaal 076 163 1949.

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