Passez à l'illimité avec Magzter GOLD
Obtenez un accès illimité à plus de 9 000 magazines, journaux et articles Premium pour seulement
Essayer OR - Gratuit
Government increases support for care of older persons
Cape Argus
|October 02, 2025
OCTOBER 1 is celebrated as International Day of Older Persons and the Department of Social Development (DSD) has highlighted that it has increased funding from R231 million in 2024/2025 to R254m in 2025/2026.
The department said as it heads into Social Development Month in October, it wished to highlight the work of the Western Cape Department of Social Development to assist older persons.
It said this year’s theme is “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being and Our Rights”, which highlights the transformative role older persons play in building resilient and equitable societies.
“DSD funds 112 residential facilities managed by NGOs, as well as 25 independent and assisted living facilities. It also funds 151 community-based service centres that offer recreational activities, and meals to older persons in numerous communities.”
The department said it had a statutory obligation to intervene when it receives reports of elder abuse.
Cette histoire est tirée de l'édition October 02, 2025 de Cape Argus.
Abonnez-vous à Magzter GOLD pour accéder à des milliers d'histoires premium sélectionnées et à plus de 9 000 magazines et journaux.
Déjà abonné ? Se connecter
PLUS D'HISTOIRES DE Cape Argus
Cape Argus
The struggle for true freedom on the Cape Flats
THREE decades since the dawn of democracy, the Cape Flats remains a glaring testament to the unfulfilled promise of freedom.
1 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
Araghchi: ‘US caused negotiations to fail’
IRAN’S top diplomat blamed Washington yesterday for the failure of talks after landing in Russia as part of a whirlwind diplomatic tour, with direct negotiations between the warring parties seemingly at an impasse.
3 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
New walkway welcomes wheelchairs, families
IMPROVING access to the summit of Table Mountain has always been a priority for locals who know how tricky the rocky terrain can be for many visitors.
1 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
Claim of sexual assault at school sparks fears
PARENTS at Seaview Primary School in Mitchells Plain are alarmed following allegations that a Grade 5 learner sexually assaulted another boy in the school toilets last week.
1 min
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
Wolvaardt smashes world record
THE Proteas Women's team wrapped up their ICC T20 World Cup preparations in magnificent fashion with a comprehensive win over India at Willowmoore Park in Benoni to close out the five-match series 4-1.
2 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
A smarter approach to protecting your legacy
ESTATE PLANNING
3 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
Shaw faces suspension over class action against banks
WHILE the R60 billion class action against four of the country's major banks has been stalled, the Legal Practice Council (LPC) is expected to turn to court this week to have lawyer Douglas Shaw suspended.
1 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
Homeowner ordered to pay Nedbank R1.6 million
THE Western Cape High Court has ruled in favour of Nedbank Ltd, ordering Cape Town homeowner Mandla Stephans to pay over R1.6 million and authorising the sale of his property after he failed to contest the bank’s application.
1 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
Bok No 9 stocks running thin
WHO will wear the Springbok scrumhalf jersey when the Nations Championship arrives in just over two months?
2 mins
April 28, 2026
Cape Argus
WCED RECORDS 120 ASSAULT CASES AGAINST TEACHERS
Corporal punishment back in the spotlight
2 mins
April 28, 2026
Listen
Translate
Change font size