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On Tuesday 26 November, elders from ward 67 and 72 were treated to special events to give thanks for their contributions to their communities. Ward 72’s elders took a walk around the Princess Vlei and learned about the ecosystems from the Eco Centre. Ward 67’s elders were treated to lunch and entertainment in Seawinds.
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lderly residents were celebrated in Seawinds on Tuesday 26 November at an annual event hosted by Gerry Gordon, councillor for ward 67. Despite the festive atmosphere, the occurrence of elder abuse in the greater Retreat area was addressed. Guests were handpicked from informal settlements in Hillview, Overcome Heights and Village Heights as well as from seniors’ clubs in Pelican Park, Zeekoevlei and Seawinds.
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They were entertained with live music and treated to drinks and eats. With the event falling within the 16 Days of Activism, Gordon said seniors should not keep quiet about the abuse. “I have very high regard for the seniors because they are the most experienced people on this Earth. 16 Days of Activism against women and children – the abuse that happens – you are not immune or excluded from it,” she said. “I do know that many of you suffer abuse in your own homes. The fact that someone screams at you – that’s abuse. Be the exam-
ple and put your foot down.” Residents confirmed that elderly abuse happens daily. “You have sons shouting, screaming and abusing their parents for money, for drugs,” said one resident. She said the problem in Seawinds is the lack of facilities and activities to keep people from using drugs. Speaking from personal experience, she told People’s Post how she was forced to have her children jailed to rehabilitate them. Another resident added the established rehabilitation centres do not have active support systems or groups in their communi-
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