Rubicon Care

30/09/2020

At Rubicon Care a unique calibre of Compassionate Care is available to all...

www.rubiconcare.co.za

23/09/2020

Rubicon Care taking hands with Lily Care.

www.lilycare.co.za

05/06/2020

Happy weekend Lowveld!

𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗘 if you are a 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗗 𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥.

19/03/2020

- The Remembery Tank - our latest edition -

In a time when the focus can easily be on self-preservation, we want to thank our amazing family for giving so much heart to our residents.

This project has all been donated by children of our past and present patients, and just in time to keep patients entertained during coronavirus quarantine.

To all that made this journey with us, from starting the process by donating this gorgeous tank, to setup and installation of the rocks, pump and filter, all the way to the fishies... We cannot THANK YOU enough!

13/03/2020

10 kiddies from Hullabaloo Private Exclusive Play School joined in Rubicon Care's 1st Inter-generational play date of 2020 working towards an age-friendly care centre.

Residents and kids had such a fun and interactive hour.

Hullabaloo Educational Playschool Lowveld Living Get It Lowveld Laevelder / Lowvelder Alzheimer's South Africa Rubicon Nelspruit

12/03/2020

First confirmed case of COVID-19 in reported by NICD 3 hrs ago.
http://www.nicd.ac.za/latest-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-in-south-africa-2/

*COVID-19 Protocol at Rubicon Care from 11/03/2020*

In the interest of our patients' and staff's safety we request that you:
1. Do NOT visit if you have the following symptoms:
Fever, headache, malaise (tired), sore throat, and cough.

2. Practice a No handshaking, No kissing, No hugging policy

3. Report to 1st Floor reception and use D-Germ provided before visiting.

4. Limit visitors to immediate family *ONLY* for the time being.

We are exploring the option of virtual comms via skype/video call and will update on this group as soon as we have the measures in place.

Thank you for working with us to help keep our most vulnerable residents safe.

04/03/2020

Thank you Flowersense for our March blooms... They are gorgeous!

14/02/2020

"There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved." George Sand

Happy Valentines Day from all the staff at Rubicon Care!

11/02/2020

tip of the week:

Grandma has been diagnosed with . Does this mean we can only stay home from now on?

Travelling with a person living with Dementia can be a challenge.

One of the services we offer is to guide families on making the best possible use of time with their loved ones while knowing how to practice self-care while dealing with the symptoms of this disease.

Visit www.rubiconcare.co.za to find out more or call us +27135901063

10/02/2020

FAQ: What qualifies you for assisted living?

Visit our website at www.rubiconcare.co.za/assisted-living/
to learn more.

07/02/2020

Tip of the week:

Take your time.
Anticipate that tasks may take longer than they used to and schedule more time for them. Allow time for breaks during tasks.

05/02/2020

: Enrolled Nurse Anna

Anna is passionate about our residents and always ensure that they are well-cared for. She is dependable, friendly and amazing at her job!

She has been a member of our staff from 2014.

03/02/2020

This month of love we focus on Heart-Healthy Habits for seniors.

Join our Health Talk this Thursday 6, 10h00 in the Ground Floor dining room, where Sr Suzanne Osberg will be sharing tips on keeping our hearts in shape ❤️.

17/01/2020

Remember to have fun: You are never too old for a good laugh!

A resident's daughter shared this fun photo of her mum (95) still up for a challenge and a chuckle.
The family were taking holiday pictures and grams decided to join in.

This is such a great example of our slogan: Where the Spirit of Living never fades...😍

15/01/2020

Quality and quantity play a major role in the meals operators supply.

Read more about what residents expect: https://catertrax.com/blog/senior-living-foodservice/

13/01/2020

for creating attainable resolutions.

All items on the list can be done in cycles, making it possible to work on them a little bit every day/week/month, and reaching your goal by the end of the year.

https://www.mylifesite.net/blog/post/7-resolutions-seniors-can-make-for-the-new-year/

10/01/2020

Our at Rubicon Care its all about - We offer a unique caliber of care

This starts with our , who have been trained to meet each where they are at in their emotional, personal and health journey.

Excellent in first-class facilities is what makes our unit unique.

06/01/2020

Tip of the Week:

Schedule wisely. Establish a daily routine. Some tasks, such as bathing or medical appointments, are easier when the person is most alert and refreshed. Allow some flexibility for spontaneous activities or particularly difficult days.

03/01/2020

Learn to prevent falls in older adults by making sure you get the right evaluation after a fall happens. Tips for family caregivers, from a geriatrician.

02/01/2020

We are kicking off 2020 with the our staff Campaign.

Auxiliary Nurse, Dudu, is one of our amazing staff that takes care of our Village and Assisted Living residents.

She has been a member of staff since December 2014. She received the Funny Monthly Moment Award for December 2019, lead our Devotion session in the mornings and love singing and bonding with our residents.

To read more about her, swipe left and see what some of her favourite things are.

31/12/2019

01/11/2019

Staff and residents of Rubicon Care supporting our Green and Gold team, the Springboks, cause we know we are ! GO BOKKE!

09/10/2019

We are so proud of our resident Katja Kovalec for turning an extremely emotional experience into something really beautiful!

We look forward to listening to your life and all the best to all the voices telling your story.

Radio Laeveld Suzanne Osberg

SADE VAN GENADE is gebaseer op Katja Kowalec (95) se lewensverhaal, "Those Miraculous Sunflower Seeds", tydens N**i Duitsland se inval in Pole op 1 Sept. 1939, presies 80 jaar gelede. Hierdie Poolse meisie se geloof dra haar deur WW2 tot vandag in SA.

01/10/2019

BEST OF MBOMBELA

Got a Minute? VOTE FOR US!

Remember to vote for Rubicon Care as the best Retirement/Care facility (category 10) in https://bestofmbombela.co.za/

Readers' Choice Awards 2019


Your VOTE counts!

Voting opens today and closes 18 October 2019 at midnight.

THANK YOU for your vote 😍

LAEVELDERS Nelspruit / Witrivier / Barberton. NELSPRUITERS DULLSTROOM, LYDENBURG & BELFAST NOTICE BOARD White River, Mpumalanga Advertiser Barberton Bliss & News Alzheimer's South Africa

26/07/2019

Our 1st SENIOR FAIR is almost here.

Join our 5 Guest Speakers on the following topics:
* Financial planning and retirement
- Craven Financial Solutions
* Medical Aids and Retirement
- Ginette Wells
* Alzheimer's SA
- Collette Wright
* Psychology of Aging
- Dr. Elize Kruger
* Staying safe in the Digital Age
- James Olckers

Attend Art workshops
hearing tests available on-site
experience active senior lifestyle living
visit craft stalls
stock up on home-made products
view our services offered and high-quality finished units available.

Alzheimer's South Africa Craven Financial Solutions StepMed Radio Laeveld 100.5FM The Chicken Challenge Lowveld Living Kruger Lowveld Chamber of Business and Tourism Laevelder / Lowvelder

15/07/2019

CALL FOR ARTISTS & EXHIBITORS!

In 3 weeks we will be hosting, together with Rubicon Nelspruit the first SENIOR FAIR in the Lowveld.

The past 3 years we have successfully held an annual Health Awareness Day in April. Based on research as well as visitors’ and our resident’s feedback we have identified the need for an event that will showcase all the services and products from our suppliers, and speakers to discuss trending topics all related to aging.

This is another First for the Lowveld, and we would like to make this an Annual event on the local calendar.

Karin Daymond The Chicken Challenge The White River Gallery Bronze Art Africa Foundry & Art Gallery Elvy Canadas Reinette Fourie Weila-Marie Strydom Torga Optical Bagdad Market The Market at Runway Zero4 Kaapsehoop Restaurant & Art Gallery Bosch Ceramic Art Studio Esra Bosch Ceramic Studio Leigh Voigt

11/07/2019

Update on our indoor garden:

Our garden is starting to take shape and soon our residents will be able to potter around at their leisure.

Garden box - donated and delivered
Seedlings (selection of herbs, vegetables and flowers) - supporting local community project Sinani

Get in touch with us if you can support this project at 013 590 1063.

Any donation (time, knowledge, supplies, soil or cash) welcome and highly appreciated!

A huge thank you to all that contributed to our efforts so far! We couldn't do it without you!

Church Unlimited Marianne Nicholson

26/06/2019

on this cold Wednesday from one of our 90-plus year old residents:
Always remember to smile
Because it intimidates the people
Who wish to see you fail

09/05/2019

https://m.medicalxpress.com/news/2019-05-visual-alzheimer.html

Several years ago, MIT neuroscientists showed that they could dramatically reduce the amyloid plaques seen Alzheimer's disease in mice simply by exposing the animals to light flickering at a specific frequency.

05/05/2019

The part of your brain responsible for ASMR catalogs music, and appears to be a stronghold against Alzheimer's and dementia.