The vast land at 69 Wan Tho Avenue, not only accommodates our elderly residents, but also the many plants and trees which the elderly and staff enjoy. Quite often, we had children visiting our residents and also have a crash course on tropical plants and fruits in our back yard.
Part 2:
Our Residents of Nature
With a land area of about 12,000 sqft, greenery is much enjoyed at 69 Wan Tho Avenue. Through the consistent support from the Sennett Estate Neighbourhood Committee, St. John’s Home for Elderly Persons won the Community in Bloom Award in 2014, 2016 and 2018.
Pre-COVID, numerous children came to learn about trees and plants in our backyard.
In our new Home, our elderly residents can continue to embrace the nature with a Roof-Top Garden.
1. Rambutan Tree at the carpark provides shade to the cars.
2. Belimbing Tree
Our staff uses the sour fruit from the Belimbing Tree in their Achar salad.
3. Rows of Banana Plants
4. Cempedak Tree
5. Coconut Tree swaying in our breezy backyard.
6. Our kitchen uses the leaves from the Curry Leave Plant to spice up some of the menus.
7. Water Jasmine
8. Roselle planted by the teachers and children from Preschool-By-The-Park.
9. Jacaranda Tree in it's fullest bloom
Read Part 1: Will you miss 69 Wan Tho Avenue?
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of St. John's Home for Elderly Persons.