Mrs R is one of the lucky ones
At the age of 94 she was still living at home, supported by her two devoted sons.
But things were beginning to fall apart.
Both her sons were well into their 60s themselves. As their mother’s health declined and she became bed bound, they simply couldn’t cope – physically or emotionally. When Mrs R developed pressure sores, they had to face up to the hard truth. Love was no longer enough.
Mom needed full-time frail care. Something the family simply couldn’t afford. They didn’t know what to do or who to turn to.
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Langeler Towers
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Lucas Gardens is an upmarket home offering studio, one and two bedroom units for fit and mobile older persons.
Langeler Towers
Langeler Towers 15 Prince Street,Durban Residential care supervisor: vacant Tel +27 31 337 7551...
John Conradie House
One block away from the beachfront, and close to Addington Hospital, John Conradie House offers State Pensioners affordable accommodation to rent.
John Conradie House
One block away from the beachfront, and close to Addington Hospital, John Conradie House offers State Pensioners affordable accommodation to rent.
