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Randjes, a History
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Reap the rewards of enjoying your hard earned money by investing in a new lifestyle. A beautiful, serene environment is what you need and this is what you shall experience at Randjes Estate.
An elegant estate born in the mid 30’s that evolved to embrace all the warmth and charm of the 50’s. Although situated in the midst of the Hustle and bustle of Johannesburg, Randjes estate allows you to experience the serenity and security that 41 acres of garden and beautiful trees offer. With a vast range of accommodation to suit all your comfort needs, from private home living to a care facility.
However should you have the need to visit the hustle and bustle of Joburg, Randjes Estate is situated right across from Balfour Park shopping centre and minutes away from Melrose Arch, the Gardens,Rosebank, Bedfordview and Linksfield Hospital.
So stop by and we’ll be happy to show you the Randjes experience and even meet some of our friendly residents experiencing life like never before.
Our Vision:
The community at Randjes is about serenity, Security and creating a stimulating living environment for third age people.
Our Mission
At Randjes Estate we strive to meet the needs of our residents wherever we can, while providing services and peace of mind to their families and loved ones. We are continually improving the way we use available resources to provide the best possible care and ensure the estate’s long-term economic viability.
We believe this will be achieved through:
• Valuing the diversity of race, gender, religious affiliation and individual differences
• Admitting people who can afford the services provided
• Ensuring that every family is encouraged to retain the prime responsibility for the welfare of relatives.
• Fully utilising all our resources, in particular the expertise of our residents, their families, the management, our board of directors and other friends of Randjes.
• Creating a climate where people are seen to be happy, friendly, caring and treat each other with compassion, dignity and respect.
• Respecting the privacy of the residents
• Open and honest communication that promotes the well being of our community
• Attracting residents, staff and directors whose behaviour reflects our vision, mission and values
The year was 1936 and it was the City of Johannesburg’s jubilee year. A group of Johannesburg’s prominent citizens conceived the idea of establishing a living memorial which would serve as a reminder of Johannesburg’s 50th Jubilee and honour those who had assisted in the founding and development of the city.
The idea was proposed to the Jubilee Memorial Committee who were enthusiastic about the scheme, which was to establish Randjeslaagte (the name given to the triangular piece of uitvalgrond on which the city of Johannesburg was founded in 1886) and create a home for Johannesburg’s aging pioneers. Together with the City council they were able to make their dream a reality.
The jubilee committee purchased 40 acres (known as Northview 31) of “vacant rural land covered by grass, shrubs and a few trees adjacent to the Highlands North township”
From the outset Randjeslaagte was supported by the citizens of Johannesburg, especially by generous and prominent citizens.
The village was to be created in a garden setting to house about 200 aged people – 50 married couples, 50 single woman and 50 single men. If there were not enough single men then accommodation could be used for either sex.
Randjes estate has since grown into one of the largest and most sought after retirement villages in Southern Africa.
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