Thanks to the Ponohalo De Beers Trust, Epilepsy SA in Parys has been able to install a battery backup system at the centre. With Parys being hard hit by both Eskom and municipal load shedding, resulting in hours without electricity, this will go a long way in alleviating the difficulties residents and staff experience. Some evenings, all the flats are in darkness and a generator only provided lighting outside.
This system will also supply uninter-rupted power to the sickbay and offices. The power to the sickbay is essential as residents sometimes need assistance on machines that have to run 24/7. This installation is a huge step in ensuring that residents receive high-quality care.