The Whole of the Moon Country Estate

17/01/2026

14/01/2026

🎉✨ Celebrating 95 Wonderful Years of Margie ✨🎉
Today we had the privilege of celebrating an incredible milestone — Margie’s 95th birthday. A life rich with memories, resilience, and quiet strength, surrounded by love, smiles, and heartfelt moments.

It was a joy to honour her journey and share this special day together. Happy 95th Birthday, Margie — may you feel just how cherished you are today and always 💐🎂❤️

14/01/2026

🌱✨ Our First Craft Activity of the Year ✨🌱
We started the year by slowing down, getting our hands a little dirty, and creating something living and meaningful. From decorating the pots to planting their own succulents, each lady added her own personal touch — a beautiful way to welcome new beginnings.

This first activity of the year was a gentle reminder that with care, patience, and love, growth always follows. Moments like these are about more than crafts; they’re about connection, calm, and shared joy 🌿💚

14/01/2026

Gnome for the Holidays ✨🎄
Christmas is about family, warmth, and the moments we share together. Our Christmas party was filled with festive cheer, laughter, and a little gnome magic — from beautiful decorations and good food to the joy of simply being together.

Thank you to our wonderful ladies, our dedicated staff, and everyone who helped make this celebration so meaningful. These are the moments that remind us what the season is truly about ❤️🧑‍🎄✨

21/11/2025

Choosing a home for your loved one is a big decision — let us make it easier.
At The Whole of the Moon, every resident is treated with kindness, respect and the gentle attention they deserve.

🌼 A few rooms available for new admissions
Our services include:
• Assisted living
• Frail care
• 24/7 security
• Weekly doctor visits
• On-site hairdresser visits
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Community lapa for social activities

📍 Benoni North AH
📞 Call for more info: 082 806 4434
📩 vanderl@mweb.co.za

07/07/2025

24/12/2024

13/08/2024

Our ladies were totally overwhelmed by the generosity and selection of the gifts they were given by Arctic Driers and Argus Freight. Huge thank you from myself and all our ladies.

19/05/2023

When I am older
I might not remember
I might get confused
And I might lose my temper

And there may be times
When I don’t know your name
Because it’s been trapped,
Locked away in my brain

And though it will hurt
To think I could forget you
Offer me smiles,
Hold my hand if I’ll let you

And talk of adventures
We had long ago
Show me the photos
Of people I know

Play music we’ve danced to
And songs we have sung
Read me the books I read
When I was young

‘Cause your voice and your words
Might just be the key
That opens the door -
That unlocks it for me

And maybe the music
Will spark tiny embers
Of memories dormant
And I will remember

Your name and your face
And the words to our song
The times and the places
To which I’ve belonged

And it might last moments
Or minutes or more
As the fire sheds light
Through the crack in the door

But when the door closes
And gone are the flames
When you are once more
A stranger again

Just know you’ll have stirred something
Deep down inside
Something familiar
That I recognise

Something that’s real
That’s not stored in my head
But right at the core
Of my heart space instead

Something that’s stirred
By your smiles and your stories
The touch of your hand
And the songs you sing for me

And though I’ll have no words to tell you
Just trust
That deep down inside
I’ll remember

I’m loved

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Today marks the start of Dementia Awareness week in the UK. I strongly believe this is something that needs awareness all year round but it seemed like a fitting time to share this again today.
Sending love, peace and compassion to anyone dealing with this - either directly or whilst caring for a loved one. Be kind to yourself.