Articles
Stronger Together: The Benefits of Multigenerational Living
In today’s fast-paced world – where time is scarce and support networks are stretched – the value of multi-generational living is becoming increasingly evident. One of the most powerful dynamics within this structure is the role grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren....
Ron Smith Care Centre goes paperless with HealthWare medical records
Rand Aid’s Ron Smith Care Centre (RSCC) has taken a significant step in modernising its resident care by digitising its medical files. The initiative, which began with a pilot in the River Lodge 1 wing in April, is now being rolled out across the centre’s other wings, following successful imp...
The KZN Mid-South Coast is Delivering a Return on Investment for Property Investors
The KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Mid-South Coast is fast becoming one of the country’s most attractive property investment destinations, offering excellent returns alongside unmatched coastal living. At the heart of this growth is Renishaw Hills, a mature lifestyle village within the burgeoning Renishaw...
Intergenerational retirement – A new trend in retirement
Let’s imagine a retirement village not as a quiet enclave of solitude, but as a dynamic, multi-generational space where a 75-year-old mother and her 52-year-old daughter share morning coffee, swap stories, and support each other through life’s transitions… This isn’t just a sentimenta...
Rand Aid villages strengthen community support with new safety and well-being initiatives
The four Rand Aid retirement villages – Inyoni Creek, Thornhill Manor, Tarentaal and Elphin Lodge – have always placed residents’ safety and well-being at the heart of village life. While most residents remain active and independent, age-related challenges mean that additional support syste...
Rand Aid leaders gain global insight at Cape Town conference
A delegation from Rand Aid Association joined global thought leaders, policymakers and practitioners at the International Federation on Ageing’s (IFA) 17th Global Conference, held from September 9 to 12 in Cape Town. Representing Rand Aid were CEO Gert Coetzee; Amanda Diener, GM of Commercial a...
A guide to finding your ideal retirement home for the next chapter of your life
Retirement isn’t just the end of a career – it’s the beginning of a new lifestyle. And where you live during this chapter can shape everything from your health to your happiness… Choosing the right retirement village isn’t just about ticking boxes for amenities or location. It’s a...
Massive Clean-Up on the KZN Mid-South Coast Is Creating an Investor-Friendly Environment
The incredible natural assets, subtropical climate, and comparatively affordable coastal property prices have positioned the KZN Mid-South Coast as an in-demand real estate destination. This is now being further strengthened by the public-partner initiatives beautifying the area, with joint effor...
Renishaw Coastal Precinct Pioneers Inclusive Growth and Community Development on the KZN Mid-South Coast
The transformation of the KZN Mid-South Coast is well underway, led by the success of the visionary Renishaw Coastal Precinct. Developers behind this 1,300-hectare precinct have continued to show their commitment to the region’s long-term growth through inclusive community upliftment, economic ...
Why pet-friendly retirement villages are becoming evermore popular
Retirement used to conjure up images of quiet afternoons, bingo nights, and maybe a garden gnome or two. But today’s retirees? They’re rewriting the script – and they’re doing it with a furry companion by their side. Across South Africa, pet-friendly retirement villages are becoming n...