Beams of joy filled the walls of the Westbury Transformation Development Centre (TDC) as a throng of elderly residents converged to learn about services available at the facility. The Social Development Skills Unit organised the momentous event attended by the MMC for Health and Social Development, Cllr Ennie Makhafola. It was designed to enlighten community members about the comprehensive range of social services on offer.
Spanning a diverse spectrum, the programmes on offer include social work services, skills development, youth advisory, computer clubhouse, agricultural training, early childhood initiatives, and programmes catering to the elderly.
Senior citizens, beneficiaries of the esteemed elderly daycare programme, received an indulgent experience curated by Ngwane Spa and Wellness, in collaboration with the Social Development Skills Unit.
The grannies revelled in the joys of foot massages, complemented by a dash of manicures and pedicures — a heartfelt gesture that left them brimming with excitement and gratitude.
The effervescent Dorothy Rosenburg (88), affectionately known as Gogo, beamed with delight as she conveyed her appreciation to the MMC.
"I thank you for doing this for us old people. We feel especially important today. As you get older, it becomes impossible to cut your nails. We have been shown so much love and respect today," said Gogo Rosenburg.
The Food Resilience Unit generously distributed seeds to the community, simultaneously instilling an unwavering appreciation for the vital role of subsistence agriculture.
The City's Health Department provided invaluable healthcare support to the Gogos, offering blood pressure screenings, blood glucose monitoring, cholesterol assessments, PSA testing, and flu vaccinations.
Touring the Westbury TDC, MMC Makhafola embraced the occasion to raise awareness about the diverse opportunities offered by the centre, including skills development initiatives, youth empowerment workshops, and the plumbing certification programme which guarantees certification upon completion.
Written by Abongile Guntu
25/05/2023
