Welcome to Methodist Homes for the Aged (Eastern Cape)
We are MHA, officially known as Methodist Homes for the Aged (Eastern Cape). Whether you are an existing resident, a potential resident, a family member or a friend, a donor wanting to know more about this organization, or just curious, we hope that you will discover all the information you need on our website. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any explanation or further information.
For
many people the quirky saying alongside might be self-evident on first reading
(logically, of course something should be different if it is changed), but
perhaps it relays a much deeper meaning when it is interpreted by older people
who, metaphorically, are navigating their way through the various and sometimes
challenging stages of their golden/sunset/twilight years.
At MHA we are acutely aware of how life changes when people approach or have reached so-called old age (and, yes, age is just a number!). Some incoming residents in their 70’s or early 80’s, and scores of established residents, still enjoy a vibrant social life with sport, travel, entertainment and other activities, while many residents, through the passage of time, have moved beyond that; often their thoughts drift back to days now past, reminiscing about the events and the milestones, the joys and the sorrows that have shaped their lives. They cherish familiar objects, each carrying its own story of achievement, celebration, laughter, love, and loss.
Within MHA, in all that we do and say, we endeavour to help our residents navigate the “different” and the “changed” challenges and, as far as we can, to convert them into opportunities to enjoy life, as retirees, to the fullest possible extent. Even as the world around all of us continues to change, MHA strives to be a beacon of light and guidance in the ever-changing landscape of time.
As an organization we frequently make mention of THE MHA FAMILY. For us it is neither a throwaway comment nor a cliché; for us it’s a way of life. It defines how we treat and embrace our residents and their loved ones, our staff and service providers. We are MHA.
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