A few weeks ago the stories of two women from St Mary’s Village mesmerized people in Kenya. On our screens and during the News, in different channels, their faces manifested an incredible feeling to the viewers as they showed strength despite carrying pain and suffering for so many years.
All started when a young volunteer lady visited St Mary’s Village some weeks back. After a day shared with the occupants of this elderly home, she took the initiative to report to Inooro Radio Station, which is part of Royal Media Group. A quick arrangement was done and within a short time there they were. They came with St John ambulance to help two women enduring some complications.
The home that's a woman's place
From the gate, it looks like any other rural homestead. Just inside the compound of St Mary’s Village in Sagana, a large avocado tree extends its large branches over a vegetable garden.
Two women are tending to the Sukuma wiki, as they engage in animated chatter. One is bent over, digging with her hoe, while the second one is seated on a low stool as she weeds the vegetables. So engaged are they that they do not notice our presence, until our guide calls one of them by name.
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Remorse vs Gratitude
Josphat Kamanya, a counselor at Living Clean Society, says that the older people grow, the more they need care – medical, social and sometimes even physical.He suggests seeking treatment for whatever illnesses they may be suffering from, and maintaining an environment where old people feel loved and appreciated.
“When an elderly person is unwell, thorough diagnosis is important, so that you know what you are dealing with. Then formulate a treatment plan, which may include medication, therapy and psycho-social support.”
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