Hanle Vester, a long-standing resident at the home, received a gift of appreciation for her assistance.
Singer Amor Vittone lit up the stage at Rus n Bietjie Home of the Elderly’s soup and sherry event on Saturday.
The audience matched her energy as they sang along.
Many of the residents were visited by friends and family, who also enjoyed the event.
The home for the elderly took a huge knock during the Covid-19 lockdown period but they have since seen a positive recovery.
“We have done so much to try and lift the spirits of the residents and our efforts are paying off,” said Elize Sewell, the home’s new manager.
Elize Sewell, manager of Rus n Bietjie Home of the Elderly, with Amor Vittone.
She explained that many of the units have been renovated, including the hall where the event took place.
Sewell said that they have reached 98% capacity for the first time in years. On stage Amor encouraged her audience to live like there is no tomorrow.
“I had to be really sick to realise the value of life and I promised myself that when I get better, I will live and enjoy every moment moving forward,” she added.
The attendants enjoyed a three-course meal with their sherry.
Marianna and Liza Krone were happy to be in the audience.
Willem Smith and Marie Nieuwoudt were more than happy to spend some time together.
Carer Zoleka Lamani with Kobbie Koen and Mara de Beer also enjoyed some time out.
Brenda Pretorious and Linnie Snyders were happy to catch up at the event.
Dellen Botha (back) with Aldene and Amanda van der Merwe used the time to bond.
Recently engaged couple Chrier Meyer and Harriet Kolena enjoy every moment spent together.
Evonne and Francois Oberholzen kept evach other warm on the chilled afternoon.
Johann and Ilse Peterse are long-time residents of the home.
Marie Dry is one of the residents that received a gift of appreciation at the event. She is with her sister Mimi van Veeren.
Amor Vittone kept the hall warm with her voice and dance moves.
The newly renovated hall was packed with Amor's admiring fans of all ages.
Vernon Watt was lucky enough to share a dance with Amor Vittone, an experience he says he will never forget.
