A PLACE IN THE COUNTRY - Ixopo

It was established in early 2002 by Harvey & Rene' Anderson, when suitable accommodation for Harvey's mother, Belle Anderson (who suffered from this degenerative disease) was impossible to find. She was the inspiration for the centre and with the use of the original farmhouse, where she herself used to live “A Place in the Country” Care Centre was born. The mission of the centre is to treat each resident as sa person deserving of respect and dignity, while ensuring that they are given the love and patience that is required for patients afflicted with the illness. There is a strong emphasis on creating a Christian environment using edifying music and prayer support. A capable, committed and caring staff oversee the centre, which is headed by qualified nurses that provide 24-hour care  

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in a safe environment." A Place in the Country" has a 1:1 carer to resident ratio, which ensures that each patient is given the attention required to meet individual needs, and the management of the mood changes which are inevitable with such a degenerative and challenging illness. • Allison is experienced in running facilities for the elderly and is a kind & compassionate nursing sister • Jill is thoughtful & compassionate and as a local farmer’s wife adds her special brand of practical nursing skills. • Edna is a very widely experienced psychiatric nurse with a special smile & a wonderful sense of humour. • Kathy is an excellent nurse with years of well honed skills from Grey’s hospital. Her infectious sense of humour keeps us all laughing. Caroline enjoys a jig and a joke. Thembi loves and laughs readily and Pumsile sees to the well prepared home-cooked meals on the original Esse stove. Doris gives calming hand and foot massages Each one has her strengths and collectively they make an excellent team. Rene is the official “hugger” and likes to be sure everyone is neatly dressed….she manages the facility.