Bring a smile to the face of a frail resident at Park Care Centre this festive season by donating your time or money to the Parktown-West-based centre.
The centre is an NPO which provides 24-hour nursing care to frail long-term and short-term residents. They currently have 300 residents in their care.
Social work manager at the centre Lorraine le Roux thanked the community for their ongoing support in volunteering this year. She also said that major functions including the Princes and Princesses Day in April, the Mandela Day celebrations in July and the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fun Day in September have made a huge difference to the emotional well-being of residents. She also said that a huge donation from Kingsmead College and a 13-week grief-share course have assisted to boost the facility.
Le Roux said that a big challenge has been having many new admissions who were unable to pay the full cost, creating a financial strain on the facility. Social workers have also been stretched to find more sponsors to provide for the personal needs of residents including toiletries, clothing, nappies and more. Park Care also runs a home-based care project for over 150 poor residents in Vrededorp for which funding is limited.
Community members are encouraged to sponsor Christmas gifts for the 300 residents. Items needed include face cloths, soap, tooth brushes, toothpaste, deodorant, disposable razors, petroleum jelly, body lotion, biscuits, sweets and chocolate. Large containers of chocolate granules, coffee, sugar and long-life milk would also be highly appreciated. Locals are also welcome to attend the centre’s Christmas market and carols event on 30 November.
Le Roux said that the centre’s work cannot be done without the help and support of the community. The social work team look forward to striving to make Park Care a home for every resident.
Details: 011 482 2060
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