German Old Age Home
Houses in Johannesburg

Das Altersheim ist eine Gemeinschaft, in der die Bewohner mit Sicherheit, Freundschaft und Komfort leben. Seit 1946 bietet das Deutsche Altersheim den Bewohnern ein selbständiges Wohnen in einer großen Gartenanlage in Richmond, Johannesburg.

In the News: Administrator of the German Old Age Home receives award from The Rotary Club for service above self. The support to the administrative manager comes from the directors of each of the supporting organizations and a treasurer. The other support comes from all the employees of the Old Age Home. Michaela has been the administrative manager at the German Old Age Home for over 14 years. After her father died, Michaela wanted to give something back to the community. The German Old Age Home has a variety of options to suit your budget. Accomodation options to suit what you need, from cottages through to frail care. Since 1946 the German Old Age Home has offered its residents independence in a garden setting. Situated in Johannesburg the German Old Age home is a community where you will find safety, comfort and friendship. At every stage of your retirement, you will have living options that give you the best quality of life in whatever style you want. Moving into an old age home is a huge step to take, and the German Old Age Home will help you through this brave step with love and understanding. Have a look at our affordable accommodation options, wide range of activities offered and comfortable old age accommodation. Monthly price is rental only and does not include meals, washing, cleaning, water and electricity. The German Old Age Home offers a range of activities and entertainment to ensure that you never feel lonely. Although the flats and cottages are completely self-sufficient we like to see you every lunch-time. It's our check that all our residents are doing well. We have our own launderette and hairdressing salon, with a podiatrist and physiotherapist on call. All the conveniences you need to ensure the best quality of life possible. Shopping trips, excursions and onsite entertainment are activities that our elderly residents enjoy. The German Old Age Home is a place where we manage those areas of your life where you find difficulties, so that you are free to enjoy the activities you are interested in. The German Old Age Home in Johannesburg, Gauteng offers a choice of comfortable living accommodation for the elderly. Set in tranquil green and blossoming gardens you will enjoy private and sheltered accommodation suitable to your level of independence. Most of the rooms are North facing with either a sunny veranda or a small private garden. You don't need to worry about the maintenance of the gardens as this is taken care of. The German Old Age Home has the feel of a family home. Lots of entertainment, visits from your own family and the possibility of making new friendships will ensure you never feel lonely. Our experienced and friendly staff treat all our residents with loving care and respect. You will feel safe and secure in the sheltered accommodation of the German Old Age Home. All residents living in the cottages and flats carry a panic button to alert frail care if help is needed due to a fall (for example). Our frail care residents are treated with care and understanding. Classical music is played throughout the day to create a peaceful environment. The frail care section practices the hospice principles of palliative care. Depending on the needs of the resident, either 24 hour care or night care only is provided.