Juana Maria Frail Aged Home

14/04/2026

Shirley Lane Community Braai 🍖

On Saturday, Shirley Lane residents Hans and Tinkie Burger brought their neighbours together for a relaxed and enjoyable community braai.

With laughter, nibbles, and easy conversation, it was a wonderful reminder of the simple joy of spending time together. Thank you to Ken Saunders for capturing these special moments so beautifully.

It’s always heartwarming to see the strong sense of community at Juana Maria Frail Aged Home—where residents come together, not for an occasion, but simply for the pleasure of each other’s company.

13/04/2026

A Gentle Reminder: Let’s Keep the Wool Coming 🧶

A little while ago, we shared the beautiful story of Maureen Cito from Ons Winkel, who so kindly took it upon herself to start a wool collection for our Friday morning knitting and crochet group.

We would just like to remind our wonderful community about this heartfelt initiative 💛

Our residents and friends pour so much love into every stitch — creating beanies, scarves, gloves and socks, many of which are shared with those in need, especially during the colder months. With winter settling in, every ball of wool truly makes a difference.

If you have any wool tucked away in a cupboard, or if you would like to donate a few new balls, we would be so grateful for your support.

Together, we can keep hands busy, hearts warm, and kindness growing.

Thank you again to Maureen for leading this initiative with such care — and to everyone who continues to support our home in so many ways. 💕

13/04/2026

Were you there last year? Tag yourself or someone you walked with! 🌕👇

There’s something truly special about a Full Moon Walk at Platrand Dam

Looking back at these moments from last year, we’re reminded of the incredible sense of community that filled the evening ✨

Friends walking side by side, families enjoying time together, dogs happily joining along, and that magical feeling of being outdoors under a glowing full moon… it really was an evening to remember.

And now… we get to do it all again 🌕

Join Juana Maria Frail Aged Home on 1 May as we come together once more for a scenic 5km walk, good food, great company, and a truly special atmosphere.

Bring your friends, your family, your dogs — and come be part of something meaningful ❤️

Let’s make more memories together.

11/04/2026

Looking Back at a Beautiful Braai Wednesday at Juana Maria Frail Aged Home 🔥

A week and a half ago, we gathered for one of our favourite traditions – our monthly Braai Wednesday – and what a special afternoon it was!

Today, we’re taking a moment to look back and share a few more memories from that day. From friendly chats to shared laughter and the simple joy of being together, these photos capture the heart of what makes Juana Maria so special.

It’s often in these everyday moments that the most meaningful memories are made

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so memorable. We look forward to many more afternoons like these!

10/04/2026

Full Moon Walk at Platrand Dam – Join Us on 1 May!

The 1st of May is going to be another special day at Platrand Dam as Juana Maria Frail Aged Home invites you to our much-loved Full Moon Walk 🌕

Here’s everything you need to know for the day:

🕒 Gates open at 3pm
Arrive early to get your tickets and make your way down to the dam to find a good parking spot.

📍 Getting there:
Enter from the highway towards Platrand as if you are heading to the Lodge. At the silos, follow the road markers and turn right. Our friendly volunteers will meet you at your car to assist with tickets.

🎟 Ticket Prices:
R30 per person
R20 for primary school children
🐾 Dogs are welcome! You are welcome to make a small donation for your furry friend’s entry.

🌭 Food & Refreshments:
Delicious boerewors rolls will be on sale at the dam (R30 each), along with cooldrinks (R10 each), chips, glow sticks and snacks from our tuckshop.

🚫 Important:
The ticket gate will close at 5pm, and no vehicles will be allowed to enter or exit after this time until the walk is over. This is to ensure the safety of all our walkers.

🪑 Seating:
Chairs will be available, but we recommend bringing your own camping chairs to make sure you have a comfortable spot.

💵 Please note:
All sales will be cash only, so remember to bring a few notes along.

🎶 From 5pm – 6pm
Enjoy the atmosphere at the dam — grab a bite to eat, relax, and soak up the festive vibe with music, community spirit, and family-friendly fun.

🚶‍♂️ Walk starts at 6pm
This year we will be doing a 5km walk only — a scenic, beautiful route under the glow of the full moon. Trust us, it’s worth it ✨

Let’s come together once again, just like last year, to enjoy a memorable evening and support a truly worthy cause.

We can’t wait to see you there!

09/04/2026

Full Moon Walk – Who’s joining us?

“We’re getting excited for our upcoming Full Moon Walk on 1 May 🌕

Before we share all the details, we’d love to get an idea of how many of you might be interested in joining us!

Let us know below:
👍 I’m in!
❤️ Sounds amazing, tell me more
😂 Maybe… depends on the details

Pop your reaction below or drop a comment — we’d love to hear from you!”

09/04/2026

Then & Now: A New Storytelling Series Begins

We are excited to join forces with our Shirley Lane resident, Ken Saunders, to bring you a brand new Facebook series.

Many of you will remember Ken’s involvement in our “Guess Who the Couple Is” series earlier this year. This time, however, there’s no guessing involved. Instead, we are proud to introduce Then & Now — a heartfelt look at the lives of our residents through the years.

In this ongoing series, we will share childhood photographs alongside more recent images, offering a glimpse into the journeys, memories, and stories that make each person so special. Thanks to Ken’s time and dedication in sourcing and carefully editing these photos, you’ll notice that even the older images have been beautifully brought to life in colour.

This series will continue beyond just a month, and we would love to extend the invitation not only to our residents, but also to staff members, volunteers, and close friends of Juana Maria who would like to take part.

We are delighted to begin this series with Charles Roberts, a resident of Thys Jacobsz. Once a handsome young redhead, Charles remains the same kind and gentle soul today — and we are truly privileged to have him as part of our Juana Maria story.

08/04/2026

A Beautiful Easter Blessing 🌸

On Resurrection Sunday, we were touched by a thoughtful gesture from the NG Kerk, who delivered a stunning arrangement of flowers for our residents to enjoy.

These beautiful blooms now brighten our lounge area, warmly greeting the residents and visitors of Juana Maria Frail Aged Home.

We extend our sincere thanks to the NG Kerk for always keeping us in mind and for sharing such a lovely and meaningful gift. It truly added to the spirit of the day and brought great joy to our home.

07/04/2026

JUANA MARIA BOOKSHOP
📚 📖 📚 📖 📚 📖 📚

Only true readers really understand these habits, and we've all got them, to a greater or lesser degree.

# It's midnight. Only one more chapter. Sleep can wait.

# Sniff the pages. The crisp scent of the printed word. Profound.

# The to-be-read pile is dwindling. Panic. Buy more books.

# Keep reading material on hand.
In case of queues. Or traffic jams.

Non-readers may find these practices a bit weird. But in our special reading community, we simply get it. This is the magic of living in Book World 📚 📖 📚

PRE-LOVED BOOKS
TIP-TOP CONDITION
ROCK-BOTTOM PRICES

07/04/2026

07/04/2026

A Heartwarming Easter Visit from Ladysmith Presbyterian Church

Easter is always a special time at Juana Maria Frail Aged Home, filled with warmth, reflection, and moments of joy.

This year was made even more meaningful with a heartfelt visit from the Ladysmith Presbyterian Church, who joined us on Sunday to hand out Easter eggs to our residents. The surprise brought many smiles and added a touch of sweetness to the day.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Ladysmith Presbyterian Church for thinking of us. Your kindness and generosity made the day truly memorable, and our residents thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful gesture.

Thank you for sharing the spirit of Easter with us.