Abbeyfield Society of South Africa

04/08/2026

Abbeyfield SA is opening its doors in Panorama, Cape Town. We are inviting elderly residents between the ages of 60 and 75 years to apply.



Our mission statement is as follows;

To promote independent living opportunities where older persons have equal access to affordable, safe and secure accommodation and coexist in a supportive, companionable, and dignified place of self-determination, while effectively maintaining the stability of ASA as the service provider.



Contact us at:

Work Number: 021 671 6535

Email : [email protected]

Website:

Abbeyfield SA administers homes for senior citizens in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape.

30/07/2026

This is a two part post..part one of our interview with a long standing resident from Oceanview.

30/07/2026

Part 2 of our interview with Jacoba at Oceanview. Have a lovely day everyone 😊

17/07/2026

A beautiful community job done by all at Abbeyfield Plumstead house Bethany Lodge. Everyone worked together big and small jobs. A special thanks to Braam who designed and measured everything. It is so special when everyone helped. A job well done.

These are the words from our resident Grace as they reached completion on their project. We at Abbeyfield could not be more proud of these lovely residents. They are continuing to make their house beautiful and it needs a lot of work.

If you can support them in anyway please contact us on 021 671 6535. Wishing everyone a blessed and peaceful day.

30/06/2026

It is with sad hearts and minds that we have to say that our dear resident Ms Bridget Williams from Bethany House in Plumstead passed away in hospital in the early hours of Monday morning. Bridget was first admitted to our Sutherland House in Rondebosch and was transferred to Plumstead when we closed Sutherland House. She was always willing to assist us and stayed working all her life.
She will be missed by all who knew her and we send our utmost condolences to all her family and friends. Rest in Peace Bridget you will be missed by us all at Abbeyfield SA.

22/06/2026

Our Abbeyfield house in Wellington form part of this group. They have so much fun together😁 🔥 Wellington Bejaardesorg se Jaarlikse Braai Dag 2026 🔥

Wat ’n ongelooflike oggend vol liefde, lag, lekker kos en hope pret! Ons jaarlikse Braai Dag was ’n groot sukses, met heerlike kos, speletjies en pragtig versierde tafels wat elke span se gees gewys het.

Ons drie spanne — Fire & Ice, Smoke Squad en Grys maar Gevaarlik — het almal fantasties deelgeneem en die dag ekstra spesiaal gemaak. Baie geluk aan Fire & Ice, ons algehele wenners van die dag! 🏆🔥❄️

’n Groot dankie aan Wellington Museum vir die borg van die gelukstrekking-pryse, asook vir julle hulp met die fasiliteite gedurende die dag. Julle ondersteuning word opreg waardeer.

Dankie ook aan ons wonderlike spankapteine, Valerie, Sofia en Rabia. Sonder julle en julle spanne sou die dag nie so suksesvol gewees het nie. Julle harde werk, entoesiasme en liefde het regtig deurgeskyn.

Dit was voorwaar ’n onvergeetlike oggend vol saamkuier, vreugde en lekker kompetisie.

Ouderdom is beslis net ’n nommer! ❤️

20/11/2023

Good afternoon everyone.
VACANCY FOR AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Abbeyfield Society of South Africa is a Non-Profit organisation that offers Independent Living Accommodation for Elderly Citizens between the ages of 60 and 75 years.

Abbeyfield SA seeks to appoint an Executive Director who is a visionary with exceptional leadership skills, to drive the organisation as we build on 36 years of achievements and face new strategic challenges. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director provides the vision, leadership and overall direction to the activities, management and administration of Abbeyfield SA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General
1. Board Governance: Supports the Abbeyfield SA Board of Directors to fulfil the organisation’s vision and mission.
2. Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organisation.
3. Organisation Mission and Strategy: Works with the Abbeyfield SA Board of Directors, staff and stakeholders to ensure the mission is fulfilled through programmes, strategic planning and community outreach.
4. Organisational Operations: Provide oversight and accountability for planning, programme design and delivery of objectives and oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organisation are appropriate.

Specific
1. Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions and fundraising; and to increase the overall visibility of the organisation.
2. Provided day-to-day supervision and mentoring of the organisation’s staff.
3. Strategic planning and implementation.
4. Planning and operation of annual budget, and monitor the expenditure of the organisation in accordance with Board approved plans and policies.
5. Maintain accountability for financial probity and risk management (including financial risk, risk to staff, reputation risk etc).
6. Serve as Abbeyfield SA’s primary spokesperson to the organisation’s constituents, the media and the general public.
7. Establish and maintain relationships with various organisations and utilise those relationships to strategically enhance Abbeyfield’s Vision and Mission.
8. Engage in fundraising and developing other income revenues.
9. Oversee marketing and other communication channels.
10. Establish employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions and for the day-to-day operations of the organisation.
11. Review and approve contracts for services.
12. Other duties as assigned by the Abbeyfield SA Board of Directors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7).
• Demonstrated expertise and capability in providing transparent and high integrity leadership.
• Five or more years senior non-profit management experience.
• Experience and skill in working with a Board of Directors.
• Demonstrable high-level strategic thinking and planning.
• Ability to envision and convey the organisation’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers and donors.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and manage staff.
• Ability to work efficiently with a very small staff and limited assistance.
• Proven track record in successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results.
• Evidence of active fundraising experience, excellent donor liaison and management skills, and understanding of the funding community.
• Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organisations of influence including funders, partner agencies and volunteers.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
• Solid organisational abilities, including planning, delegating, programme development and task facilitation.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
• Excellent public speaking, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy.

All applications must include a letter motivating suitability for this position, current salary details, and a CV inclusive of three contactable references. Applications must be submitted to [email protected]
by 8 December 2023. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The organisation reserves the right to not make an appointment.

06/11/2023

This past week our wonderful and very stylish Ms. Bea celebrated her 21st once again. 😊 This time its 21 years in Mia House. Congratulations Ms. Bea you are one of a kind! Wishing you health, peace and happiness in your 22nd year in Mia House ☺️

06/11/2023

Good morning everyone. We have been very busy over a few weeks here in South Africa. Some of it great ...Go Bokke!
However, alas we have other issues too. I would like to give a shout out 🙌to Mr Bradley Britz, of J&B Burglar Proofing, for coming to assist us with new burglar bars at our Pelican Park House after an attempted burglary. Security is very important for our residents and we do every thing we can to keep them secure. Mr Britz thank you for your wonderful work with us. 🙂

31/08/2023

Greetings from a cold and damp Cape Town :) we have survived the worst of winter but it has not been easy for many of our residents.
Shoprite Checkers donated a voucher to our Pelican Park home and the pictures below are of our intrepid resident Jennifer, who is the health and safety officer there, splitting out the food purchases for each resident in the house. Shoutout to Shoprite Checkers for their kind generosity in this instance :) Please take care everyone and remember there is always someone needing your help :) Be kind :)