Mataffin Macadamia Lifestyle and Assisted Living Village

09/10/2025

HAVE TRUER WORDS EVER BEEN SPOKEN?
Thanks Daisey Martin!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/275724028555313/permalink/640033885457657/?rdid=s0GkBmU71ybWmmXF

06/10/2025

RETIREMENT IS NOT THE END OF THE ROAD...
South Africans are embracing 'unretirement' at 65. Rising living costs and longer life expectancy are key drivers but beyond that, maintaining a sense of purpose keeps people fulfilled and active.

This excellent article by Vernon Wessels unpacks the importance of planning and flexibility for your post-65 years - because they don't have to be the end of your road.

https://currencynews.co.za/unretirement-why-life-doesnt-stop-at-65/

Retirement isn’t what it used to be. With rising costs and longer lives, more South Africans are ‘unretiring’ – staying active and earning beyond age 65.

02/10/2025

AS SEEN IN GET IT LOWVELD MAGAZINE
Mataffin Macadamia Lifestyle and Assisted Living Village is pleased to be included in the October issue of Get It Lowveld's retirement in the Lowveld highlight.

With only a limited number of freehold homes available for sale in the Senior Lifestyle section, don't delay - give sales specialist Sam le Grange a call now.

083 275 8272 / info@mataffinmacadamia.co.za
www.mataffinmacadamia.co.za

29/09/2025

ARE YOU A SEENAGER?
We chuckled at this meme found on the Angels, Fairies and Cherubs - Oh My page.

Is your life this good?

25/09/2025

A BRILLIANT TAKE ON MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING
Mataffin Macadamia is proud to be the only multigenerational lifestyle village in the Lowveld, and we've spoken before about the benefits to all generations living alongside each other.

This concept in the Netherlands puts a spin on the benefits of a generational symbiotic arrangement. The Netherlands has a student housing crisis but some care homes have found a win-win solution for both students and their elderly residents.

University students live rent free in the care homes in exchange for spending a specified number of hours each month with the elderly residents. Residents get help with technology, someone to join their activities and keep them company.

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22/09/2025

WEDNESDAY IS BRAAI DAY!
And we love these recipes published last year in Get It magazine. Get your braai groove on and add a splash of pizazz the next time you cook on coals!

https://getitmagazine.co.za/lowveld/blog/2024/09/18/celebrating-flavour/

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National Braai Day is more than just a public holiday; it’s a vibrant celebration of our diverse heritage and culture, with the braai taking centre stage.

18/09/2025

NO WORDS NEEDED - TUCK IN AND CELEBRATE!

15/09/2025

SECOND HAND SEPTEMBER
Nou hier's 'n ding! The fashion industry is one of the world's largest contributors to pollution; Second Hand September is a movement that encourages people to embrace more sustainable fashion consumption such as buying used clothing.

Why stop at clothing? We buy used cars and homes, why not take it further and look through charity shops (who would appreciate the support) and second-hand stores for furniture, books and appliances before making your purchase decision? You may find the perfect item at a bargain price and support a good cause in one move.

https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/second-hand-september/

Second Hand September is an annual campaign that encourages people to avoid buying new clothes for the entire month of September. It aims to raise awareness

11/09/2025

STYLISH RETIREMENT IN MBOMBELA, MPUMALANGA
Welcome to Mataffin Macadamia, a multi-generational lifestyle village on the outskirts of Mbombela, Mpumalanga. We have a limited number of Senior Lifestyle homes for Plus 45s to buy off-plan.

• Contemporary country style, single-storey homes
• 2- and 3-Bedroom options
• Sold off plan
• Gas hob, electric oven
• Dishwasher and double door fridge / freezer included
• Automated garage door/s
• DSTV dish
• Prepaid water and electricity
• No transfer or attorney fees
• Low levies
• Priced from R2 632 446
• Some pets allowed (call Sam for a copy of the HOA pet rules)

Within the Village, there is:
• A 24/7 onsite Care Centre for all residents
• State of the art security
• A communal area with a community centre, swimming pool, braai area and children’s play park.

Mataffin Macadamia Lifestyle and Assisted Living Village is:
• Located amongst litchi orchards on the outskirts of Mbombela
• Minutes away from shopping centres, medical facilities and all city amenities
• Home to heritage houses and trees.

Visit our website www.mataffinmacadamia.co.za for more information or speak to Samantha le Grange, our dedicated inhouse Sales Specialist 083 675 8272 / info@mataffinmacadamia.co.za.

08/09/2025

WHEN OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING CHANGES GRANDPARENTHOOD
Today's world is a global village and there are many reasons behind emigration. But opportunity comes at a cost for those left behind, very often aging parents and grandparents. Whatever your vision for grandparenthood was, engaging and connecting with your grandies living in another country via digital technology probably wasn't one of them.

Every generation faces new challenges thrown up by the fast-paced progress happening around us. You may be far from your children and grandchildren but you are far from alone - be brave as you devise ways to navigate your new grandparenthood normal.

Grandparents are creatively adapting and redefining their presence in a digital, long-distance role. Maintain emotional bonds despite the challenges you face because children need ouma and oupa as much as you need your grandies.

And whether you are a few hundred or several thousand kilometres away from your family, the basic distance and digital connection skills are the same.

Read more here:
https://www.biznews.com/retirement/reimagining-grandparenthood

Key topics: South African grandparents face challenges due to children’s emigration. Virtual communication and transnational visits help maintain emotional bond

04/09/2025

GIVE THEM A BELLS!
Seriously? All the money in the world couldn't sweet talk most of us into handling a snake of this size! Kudos to Officers Nathi Ndaba, Thulani Blose, and Kumaran Marimuthu for showing initiative, bravery and compassion when faced with a giant African Rock Python.

Selfless community action looks like this, and we are reminded that good people walk among us every day.

https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/python-saved-security-heroes/

Three very brave KZN security officers gave one giant python a new chance, and kept a community out of fear's way.

01/09/2025