Ekhupumuleni Geriatric Home Visit

On the 12th of October ,we visited Ekhupumuleni geriatrics home. The again the attendance was astronomical we even had members from the newly formed NUST Rotaract club joining us. The main purpose of the visit was that of identifying the needs of the home and thereafter formulating lasting solutions to mitigate most or all those needs. We arrived at the home at 10:00hrs as had  been scheduled and our arrival coincided with yet another visit by the youth from the local Seventh Day Adventist Church who came to conduct a short church service. The service was very enjoyable and interactive as it gave the congregants a chance to interact with the presenters. It is reassuring to note that young people are taking the initiative at such an early stage and understand the importance and role of the elderly in our community. After the church service the Rotaractors began to interact with the elderly and thereafter presented the donation. The interaction session was exciting and mutually beneficial as it broke the daily routine which the residents at Ekhupumuleni are subjected to day in and day out and it also gave the Rotaractors a glance into the rich history which will otherwise disappear together with its custodians. The experience was so touching as one could really relate to the elderly and realise that ubuntu is about caring for each other and taking time to listen to each other young and old alike. The goods presented were among other things biscuits, handwash, toilet detergent, blankets and latex gloves which was all made possible by the sponsors to this noble cause.It was really evident that Ekhupumuleni Gaetrics Home was grateful for this small gesture. This visit totally lived up to our RI Presidents theme to Engage Rotary Change Liv