Old Age Homes · Wellington
ACVV Silwerkruin
ACVV residential facility for older persons in central Wellington.
Local knowledge
Living in Wellington
Wellington is a smaller, more affordable alternative to Paarl, 15 minutes further along the R44. For hospital care residents usually go to Paarl.
It suits parents who want a small-town community and families happy with a slightly longer drive from Cape Town.
About old age homes
An old age home (also called a home for the aged or residential care home) provides a room, meals and personal care in one place. Many in the Western Cape are run by churches or non-profit organisations, and some receive a subsidy from the Department of Social Development, which can make them more affordable.
What to ask when visiting a old age home in Wellington
- 1Is the home registered with the Department of Social Development?
- 2Is it subsidised, and what are the admission and means-test criteria?
- 3Are rooms private or shared?
- 4What level of care is available if your parent's health declines?
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Questions families ask
Old Age Homes in Wellington
Are there subsidised old age homes in the Western Cape?
Yes. Some non-profit homes receive a subsidy from the Department of Social Development for residents who qualify under a means test. Places are limited, and each home will explain its own criteria.