Frail Care Facilities in South Africa
Frail care facilities provide 24-hour professional nursing care for elderly residents with significant physical or cognitive health needs. They bridge the gap between an old age home and a hospital.
Who is it for?
Seniors with chronic illnesses, limited mobility, post-surgery recovery needs, or advanced age-related conditions requiring continuous nursing care and medical monitoring.
What to expect
Professional nursing staff on duty 24/7, regular doctor visits, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, wound care, catheter management, and specialised diets. Rooms are typically shared, with private options available at higher cost.
Typical costs
Frail care costs R10,000–R30,000+/month depending on the level of care required. Some medical aids cover frail care partially. SASSA pensioners may access subsidised frail care through NGO-run facilities.
Frail Care Facilities by Province
Frail Care Facilities in Gauteng
48 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in Western Cape
43 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in KwaZulu-Natal
29 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in Eastern Cape
19 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in Mpumalanga
5 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in Limpopo
5 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in North West
4 facilities
Frail Care Facilities in Free State
4 facilities
Popular Cities for Frail Care Facilities
Frail Care Facilities
View all 157 →Brookshaw Home & Frail Care
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
+27466224522
Ons Tuis Riviera
Riviera, Pretoria, Gauteng
+27123293623
Cedar House Pietermaritzburg Nursing Home
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Abida’s Frail Care Centre
Mayfair West, Johannesburg, Gauteng
+27118373720
Le Domaine Care Nursing Home Hillcrest
Hillcrest, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
+27317168049
Sherwood House Nursing Home (Cape Town)
Kenilworth, Cape Town, Western Cape
+27216717728