Welcome to the Helen Keller Society

A happy community

A caring community

A trusted name in aged care for more than 60 years

in Cape Town, South Africa

ABOUT US

Established in 1958, the Society continues to provide essential services for retirees whether or not blind, visually impaired, or living with mild disabilities. We offer a range of care options tailored to individual needs:

Independent Living – Cottages are very popular and there is a waiting list

Assisted Living – Supportive care in our Home area or Askew Suites

24-Hour Nursing Care – Full-time care in our on-site Care Centre

Special Winter Offer

Enjoy your first month of accommodation FREE when you join us from 1st July 2025.
This limited-time offer is available for new residents during the Winter months of July and August 2025 only.

 Low Vision Service
Our specialised Low Vision Service is available to both residents and the general public. Established in 1998, this appointment-based service is delivered by two experienced occupational therapists. The focus is on helping individuals live well with low vision or blindness, offering personalised strategies, resources, and support.

OUR SERVICES

ACCOMMODATION

LOW VISION SERVICE

IN HOUSE SERVICES

The best and most beautiful things in the world, cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.

– HELEN KELLER

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CONTACT US

Phone 021 531-5311

Management e-mail:

management@helenkeller.org.za

Accommodation e-mail:

pa.pr@helenkeller.org.za

Volunteers e-mail:

volunteers@helenkeller.org.za

ADMIN HOURS

Monday - Friday: 8am - 4.30pm

CLOSED ON: Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays

 

ADDRESS

Helen Keller Society

NPO 000 253,  Section 18(A) Tax Exempt

2A Links Drive

Pinelands 7405

Cape Town

South Africa