Residents get clicking

Laptop for OT

There’s a host of new words flying around Ron Smith Care Centre’s occupational therapy (OT) division. Residents of the care centre and of Elphin Lodge – the retirement village in whose grounds the care centre is situation – as well as older members of the community who come to the OT centre as day visitors, have been learning all about clicks, the mouse and dragging after a laptop was introduced to the centre in September. Bianca Richards, an occupational therapist at the Rand Aid Association care centre, says the idea is not only to add a new activity to the many stimulating options already offered, but to also help loved ones stay in touch through Skype and other platforms. Residents may use the internet or play games, all the while maintaining fine motor skills and developing eye/hand co-ordination. Pictured with Bianca is Heather Zipp, playing a game of Solitaire. If members of the community would like to assist in giving basic training, or you want more information about the day care centre for older persons, call Bianca at 011 882 6296 or email her at ot@randaid.co.za