Ron Smith Care Centre hosts a successful Valentine’s Week
MODDERFONTEIN – Delicious home-made snacks were also served.
For the residents at Rand Aid’s Ron Smith Care Centre, Valentine’s Day activities took place over the whole week.
Things kicked off in the centre’s occupational therapist (OT) activity centre on 9 and 10 February with residents creating paper heart decorations and special bath salts in various colours.
Then on Wednesday 11 February, residents gathered in the hall for the monthly Lotto Concert, where pianist Chantie Minaar entertained the residents with beautiful music of love.
On 13 February, taking advantage of the lovely sunshine, residents took a walk to the Woodlands Garden and croquet lawn and had fun cheering on those who were enjoying the putt-putt golf.
Cathy Grosvenor, a centre’s official, said they were also treated to home-made muffins and ice cream – all provided by their volunteers who assist with the care centre’s walking group. “Then on Friday, 14 February, residents were surprised as they entered the occupational therapist’s activity room, which was transformed into a day spa.
“The mood was set with dimmed lights, candles lit, soothing music playing in the background, a continuous slide show of beautiful nature scenes running silently, and the scent of lavender wafting through the air. Tables were decorated with red and white overlays and a sprinkling of rose petals.”
A welcome drink was offered to the residents on arrival. she said. adding that guests had a choice between a punch of mixed berries or apricot/peach, both served with fresh blueberries.
Delicious home-made snacks were also served including cheese and tomato puffs, chicken wings, mini-scones and s’mores.
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“After enjoying the refreshments, the residents settled in for a relaxing time with hand massages and manicures with nail polish,” Grosvenor added.
“But there were still treats to come! The OT activity team went around to each of the six care centre wings and presented hand-made chocolates to each of the 140 residents. The chocolates were received with much joy and appreciation.”
All in all it was a wonderful Valentine’s week, with the opportunity to relax and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, get creative with Valentine’s decorations and be spoiled with relaxing spa treatments and chocolates.
Details: cathy@allycats.co.za
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