enABLE SA

19/09/2026

The first step of a very significant journey. We are so pleased to join forces with Rescue Seed Sowers Foundation. Thank you for your commitment to partner with us. Together, we have the potential to bring hope and relief to many.

🌟 NEW HEALTHCARE NETWORK PARTNERSHIP! 🌟

We are humbled, honoured and incredibly excited to announce that Rescue Seed Sowers Foundation (RSSF) is in the process of forming a collaborative healthcare partnership with enABLE Foundation!

enABLE Foundation is doing incredible work in the field of cognitive (brain) health, with a particular focus on supporting individuals and families affected by dementia. Their work also extends to advocating for policies that can improve the lives, dignity and wellbeing of people living with dementia and those who care for them.

A huge congratulations and kudos to enABLE Foundation SA team on successfully concluding their Annual General Meeting earlier this month! Your dedication to this important cause is truly inspiring.

Need dementia Support in Gqeberha?

If you or your family need information sharing, educational workshops, community outreach, or assessments for a family member who may be experiencing dementia, we encourage you to connect with enABLE Foundation team in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa.

📞 +27 68 722 7089

📧 [email protected]

Together, we believe we can create stronger support networks, raise awareness, empower families and help build communities where older persons and people living with dementia are treated with dignity, compassion and respect.

12/09/2026

💙 A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO MAGDEL FREDERICKS 💙

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Magdel Fredericks for sharing such a powerful, honest, and heartfelt account of her lived experience of caring for a loved one living with dementia.

Her story has been truly eye-opening. The feedback we received showed how deeply her experience resonated with others, helping to shed light on the reality, challenges, and emotional journey of caring for a loved one living with dementia at home.

Her story also reminded us of something incredibly important: no caregiver should have to walk this journey alone. Having a supportive community of family, friends, professionals, and fellow caregivers can make a meaningful difference.

🌿 We are also delighted to welcome Magdel’s Fredericks to the enABLE Foundation South Africa family as our new Board Member.

Magdel’s lived experience brings a valuable perspective to the work we do. We thank her for being willing to use her experience to create awareness, encourage understanding, support caregivers, and empower others affected by dementia.

Welcome to the team, Magdel! 💙
We look forward to working with you and learning from the experience and perspective you bring.

Together, we can continue working towards a more compassionate, informed, and dementia-inclusive South Africa.

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10/09/2026

🌟 A Successful EFSA AGM! 🌟

We are delighted to share that EFSA had a very successful Annual General Meeting (AGM)! 🙌🏽

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and contributed to making the event a great success. Your presence, support, and commitment continue to strengthen our vision and our work. 🤝🏽

We would also like to extend a special welcome and thank you to Randall Dayce, Founder of Rescue Seed Sowers Foundation, our new business partner, for joining us at the AGM. 🙏🏽

Randall’s commitment to supporting our vision is truly encouraging, and we are excited about the journey ahead. We look forward to doing exploits together, empowering people, uplifting communities, and creating lasting impact across South Africa. 🇿🇦

Together, we can do more. Together, we can make a difference. 💙

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EFSA — Empowering Communities. Creating Impact. Building a Better Future.

27/08/2026

📢 YOU ARE INVITED!

enABLE Foundation SA for People Living with Dementia is pleased to invite you to our 3rd Annual General Meeting (AGM).

This is an opportunity for us to come together, reflect on our journey and achievements, discuss the work we are doing to support people living with dementia, and look ahead to the future.

📅 Date: 09 September 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00am for 10:30am – 12:00pm
📍 Venue: Dr Ambrose Cato George Skills Development Centre,
70 Kobus Rd, Springdale, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

📝 RSVP by: Friday, 04 September 2026
📱 Please text your response to: 068 722 7089

Your participation and support are greatly valued as we continue working together to strengthen dementia care and support in our communities.

Together, we can make a difference. 💙

03/07/2026

Dementia Awareness at Huis Najaar

enABLE Foundation South Africa was honoured to deliver a Dementia Awareness Session to the dedicated staff at Huis Najaar in Despatch.

The session was facilitated by Miempie van Wyk, a highly experienced social worker who has devoted more than 30 years to dementia care, support, education, and training. Drawing on her extensive knowledge and practical experience, Miempie provided valuable insights into understanding dementia, recognising its impact on individuals and families, and promoting compassionate, person-centred care.

The session also highlighted the importance of effective communication, preserving dignity, recognising behavioural changes associated with dementia, and supporting both people living with dementia and those who care for them.

At enABLE Foundation South Africa, we believe that education is one of the most powerful tools in building dementia-friendly communities. By equipping healthcare workers, caregivers, and support staff with knowledge and practical skills, we can improve the quality of life of people living with dementia while strengthening the confidence and capacity of those who care for them.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the management and staff of Huis Najaar for their commitment to continuous learning and for their dedication to providing compassionate care to older persons.

Together, we are building a more informed, compassionate, and dementia-friendly South Africa.

💚 Awareness. Support. Dignity. Together.

📞 +27 68 722 7089
📧 [email protected]

03/07/2026

📢 Advocating for Policies That Improve the Lives of People Living with Dementia

At enABLE Foundation South Africa, we believe that every person living with dementia deserves to live with dignity, respect, and equal access to quality care and support. Achieving this requires more than compassion—it requires strong policies that protect the rights and well-being of people affected by dementia and those who care for them.

Advocacy is at the heart of our mission. We are committed to working with Government departments, policymakers, healthcare professionals, civil society organisations, academic institutions, and community leaders to promote policies that recognise dementia as a growing public health priority in South Africa.

Our advocacy aims to:

💚 Encourage the development and implementation of national and provincial policies that strengthen dementia care, support services, and early intervention.

💚 Promote and protect the rights of people living with dementia, ensuring they are treated with dignity, respect, and free from discrimination and stigma.

💚 Support family caregivers by advocating for access to training, respite care, psychosocial support, and resources that enable them to provide quality care while protecting their own well-being.

💚 Increase investment in dementia awareness, early diagnosis, research, treatment, and community-based care services across South Africa.

💚 Influence the integration of dementia care into existing health, social development, and community care systems so that support is accessible, equitable, and person-centred.

Every voice matters. By advocating together, we can help create a South Africa where people living with dementia and their caregivers are recognised, supported, and empowered to live fulfilling lives.

Together, we can shape policies that build a more compassionate, inclusive, and dementia-friendly nation.

💚 Advocacy today creates a better tomorrow.

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01/07/2026

💙 Our Vision. Our Commitment. Our Mission. 💙

At enABLE Foundation South Africa, our mission goes beyond raising awareness about dementia—we are committed to creating lasting change in the lives of people living with conditions associated with dementia, their families, caregivers, and communities.

We are working towards a South Africa where every person affected by dementia is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Our commitment includes:

💙 Working alongside government departments, healthcare providers, local authorities, and community organisations to strengthen dementia care and support.

💙 Advocating for policies and initiatives that improve the lives of people living with dementia and those who care for them.

💙 Building dementia-friendly communities through education, awareness, and meaningful community engagement.

💙 Reducing social isolation by connecting individuals and families with valuable support networks.

💙 Promoting the well-being and quality of life of people living with dementia through holistic, person-centred care.

💙 Supporting the development of frail care facilities, specialised dementia care services, and future dementia care villages that provide safe, supportive, and dignified environments.

💙 Establishing centres that offer psychosocial support, counselling, therapeutic activities, and emotional support for individuals and families.

💙 Providing opportunities for group activities, community outings, and respite care to support both people living with dementia and their caregivers.

💙 Supporting older persons who may be at risk of developing dementia through professional and community-based social care services.

💙 Sourcing and providing essential daily living and mobility equipment to improve independence, comfort, and quality of life.

This is more than our vision—it is our commitment to South Africa.

Together, we can create communities where no one affected by dementia walks the journey alone.

24/06/2026

💙 Thank You, Eastern Cape Department of Social Development 💙

enABLE Foundation South Africa extends its sincere appreciation to the Eastern Cape Department of Social Development for inviting us to participate in the Elderly Abuse Awareness Programme held at St John's Community Development Centre (CNDC), Zwide, Gqeberha.

We are honoured to have been part of this important initiative aimed at raising awareness, promoting the dignity of older persons, and encouraging communities to stand against elder abuse in all its forms.

Thank you to the Department, programme organisers, and all stakeholders involved for creating a platform that allows meaningful engagement on issues affecting older persons and their families.

We value this opportunity and look forward to continued collaboration in building communities that are informed, compassionate, and supportive of older persons and those living with conditions associated with dementia.

💙 Awareness. Education. Dignity. Support.

📞 +27 68 722 7089
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21/06/2026

💙 Father's Day: Honouring Fathers Living with Dementia and Those Who Care for Them 💙

Today, enABLE FOUNDATION South Africa celebrates fathers, grandfathers, and father figures whose love, wisdom, and sacrifices have shaped families and communities for generations.

For some families, Father's Day may bring mixed emotions. Dementia can change memories, conversations, and daily routines, but it does not diminish a father's identity, worth, or the lasting impact he has made on the lives of those he loves.

Today, we honour:

💙 fathers living with Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and other conditions associated with dementia;

💙 fathers who continue to show courage, resilience, and love despite the challenges they face;

💙 sons, daughters, spouses, and family members who provide care, companionship, and unwavering support to their fathers every day.

At enABLE FOUNDATION South Africa, we believe that every father deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and understanding, regardless of age, illness, or changing abilities.

This Father's Day, let us treasure the moments we share, celebrate the stories that remain, and stand alongside families affected by dementia with empathy and hope.

"A father's love may be remembered in many ways, but its influence endures for a lifetime."

Happy Father's Day to all fathers and father figures.

💚 Awareness. Support. Dignity. Together.

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18/06/2026

Strengthening Partnerships Through Capacity Building

At enABLE FOUNDATION South Africa, we firmly believe that building knowledge, skills, and collaborative relationships is essential in improving support for people living with dementia, their families, and caregivers.

Today, we had the privilege of facilitating a capacity-building session at the Department of Social Development in New Brighton, Gqeberha, attended by dedicated social workers from across the Nelson Mandela Metropole.

The session was highly engaging, with meaningful discussions, shared experiences, and a collective commitment to enhancing understanding and responses to dementia within our communities.

The training was facilitated by Suraya Joel and Beulah Shadrache, who shared their knowledge and experience in dementia care, awareness, and support. We are encouraged by the enthusiasm and willingness of participants to strengthen their practice and contribute towards creating more dementia-inclusive communities.

This session marks the beginning of a valuable collaboration, and we look forward to building upon this partnership through future training opportunities, continued capacity building, and strengthened multi-agency working.

Together, by learning from one another and working across sectors, we can improve outcomes for people living with dementia and ensure that individuals and families affected by dementia receive the understanding, dignity, and support they deserve.

Thank you to the Department of Social Development and all the social workers who participated and contributed to making today's session such a success.

💚 Awareness. Support. Dignity. Together.

📞 +27 68 722 7089
📧 [email protected]