The provincial Department of Social Development funds a number of Service Centres to see to the needs of older people.

These Service Centres typically offer meals, transport to and from the Centre and a selection of additional services such as hairdressing, day care and health education.

These services are aimed at improving the quality of life of older people by engaging them mentally, offering social opportunities, and promoting their self-respect.

Emma Barter Home is a 125 years old establishment that is home to 34 ladies.

Meals on Wheels For The Aged is a multi-faceted welfare service aimed at helping the elderly of our country to live out their sunset years in dignity and relative comfort. The service includes Old-Age Homes, Frail-Care Centers, Service Centers For Senior Citizens, and the well known Meals on Wheels For The Aged meal delivery service.

Senior Citizens from all walks of life benefit from the Meals on Wheels For The Aged service, and people from all walks of life make up the voluntary teams. (At some of the larger branches it has now become necessary to employ staff to assist in the preparation of the meals.)

97 frail care beds (including 10 bedded psychogeriatric wing) / 28 residential beds - Azalea wing / 33 boarding/assisted living beds - Hydrangea wing