Old-age home in Lamontville makes nappy plea
The Lamont Issy Geshen home for the aged in Lamontville, south of Durban has embarked on a dignity drive as part of attempts to cub a shortage of adult nappies.
Lamont Issy Geshen is home to 68 frail elders and more than 70% of them rely on disposable nappies.
The home provides accommodation, nutritious meals, medical care, and 24-hour quality care to elders over the age of 60 years.
The home's chairperson Guy Levene says they are making an appeal to the public to help with donations.
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"The home is heavily dependent on donations. Part of our day-to-day service includes providing adult nappies for those elders who are frail and incontinent.
"This can result in great levels of embarrassment and discomfort for those affected. Recently there's been a shortage of adult nappies and the cost of providing incontinent care is high.
"This is a critical situation for us and the nappies are central for maintaining hygiene, comfort and dignity for our elders."
Those who wish to donate can visit their website: www.issygeshen.co.za
