At Hospice East Rand, we’re committed to providing comprehensive training opportunities for those passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. Whether you’re a seasoned carer, a healthcare professional, or a spiritual leader, our range of workshops and courses offer valuable insights and practical skills to support individuals and families during challenging times with a...
I’m personally so aware that one of life’s certainties is the rhythm of birth and death, an ebb and flow as normal and as natural as the ocean tides, day and night and the seasons. It is a reminder that life is in a constant state of flux, an intricate dance if you will, where...
Life is a beautiful journey, and sometimes, amidst the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we forget to slow down and savour the moments that truly matter. It’s in these moments that we find the essence of life, the warmth of loved ones, and the strength to face life’s challenges head-on. At Hospice East...
“We celebrate National Hospice Week from May 7-13 this year which got me thinking…if there is just one thing I could share to help a fellow community member, what would that be?” says Jonquil Siepman, marketing and liaison for Hospice East Rand. Most people believe that hospice and palliative care are required at the end...
“We celebrate National Hospice Week from May 7-13 this year which got me thinking… if there is just one thing I could share to help a fellow community member, what would that be?” says Jonquil Siepman, marketing and liaison for Hospice East Rand. Most people believe that hospice and palliative care are required at the...
The months are rushing by and before we realise, the festive season will be here. Hospice East Rand is gearing up for our much-anticipated Santa Toy Fair. This special event not only raises funds for our organisation but also creates a heartwarming platform for community members to purchase affordable Christmas gifts for their children. We...
Hospice East Rand received a generous donation from Ashton International College Benoni recently, which will support the NPO in continuing to provide essential palliative care to patients with life-threatening illnesses. As beneficiaries of their Debutant and Squires program for 2022, Hospice East Rand attended an inspiring assembly alongside The Guardians, The Albinism Society of South...
Benoni based Biokineticist, Kirsty Roux is taking on the gruelling George Mountain Ultra Trail ‘MUT’ by UTMB through the Outeniqua Mountains on May 27, 2023. This adventure is an epic 100km trail run with 4855m elevation gain and promises to be breath-taking in every sense of the word. Being Kirsty’s first 100km trail race, she wants...
Holy Rosary School for Girls in Edenvale recently made a donation of much-needed items to Hospice East Rand. The students, led by Mrs Sharon Meyer, Head of Religion and Life Orientation, collected various items on Hospice’s wish list during the period of lent. “We’re always committed to helping and giving back to our community,” said...
It’s heartening to see the community coming together to support a worthy cause, and that’s precisely what the Glenny Terrace Tehuis vir Bejaarde Dames, a local retirement home in Aston Manor in Kempton Park, did. These wonderful ladies knited beautiful scarves, beanies, and bed socks for Hospice East Rand to sell in their charity shops....
