Enhancing the quality of life for our Residents

Mbango Valley Health

& Wellness Centre

Welcome

The Mbango Valley Health & Wellness Centre offers residents convenient access to a range of professional medical, therapeutic, lifestyle and support services all within a peaceful, community-focused environment. Our centre is designed to support holistic wellbeing, bringing together healthcare, rehabilitation, creativity, connection and everyday convenience in one welcoming space.

Lifestyle, Food & Community Spaces

Gallery Isivivane

Isivivane is a Zulu word meaning “pile of stones” and symbolises togetherness within the community. The gallery promotes new and emerging artists from the South Coast, with a new exhibition launched every two months.

Opening Hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 08h00 – 16h00

  • Saturday: 09h00 – 14h00

Exhibitions:
Contact Jules – 074 106 3223

Taste & Toast Café

Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savoury, Taste & Toast Café offers freshly prepared food in a peaceful setting overlooking the duck pond. The café also caters for private functions, offers weekly specials and provides a delivery service.

Opening Hours:

  • Tuesday to Friday: 09h00 – 16h00

  • Saturday: 09h00 – 14h00

  • Closed on Mondays, Sundays and Public Holidays

Contact:
Monique – 062 178 0499

Mbango Valley Specialist

Leigh Ingle Physiotherapy


Registered physiotherapist Leigh Ingle provides physiotherapy treatment for a wide range of conditions, including rehabilitation and chronic pain management. Leigh also provides physiotherapy services to Villa Bruno and has a clinic in Umzumbe.

Opening Hours:

  • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 08h00 – 16h00

Appointments:
Contact Thandekile Doncabe (Thandi): 065 021 5693

Dani Mulder – Occupational Therapy

Dani Mulder is a passionate Occupational Therapist who focuses mainly on adult physical therapy. She has a special interest in neurological conditions such as strokes, hand and upper limb injuries, and general physical impairments that impact daily function. Her approach is centred on helping patients return to meaningful activities with dignity and purpose.

Opening Hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 08h00 – 16h00

  • By appointment only

Contact:
087 138 6708

Cathy Rolt – Massage Therapy

Massage therapy services are available, including home visits.

Opening Hours:

  • Monday: 08h00 – 16h00

Contact:
082 785 8148

Future Care Wound Specialists

Sr Julia Peacock is a private nurse practitioner specialising in professional wound care.

Opening Hours:

  • Weekdays by appointment

Contact:
082 497 7226

Dr Hilton Horsley

Residents have access to medical consultations by appointment at the Health & Wellness Centre.

Opening Hours:

  • Weekdays by appointment

Contact:
039 682 2256

Wellness & Support Services

Fixem Fones and Things – Technology Support

An on-site expert is available to assist residents with cellular phones, computers and televisions. Services include home office support, email assistance, printing and photocopying, music downloads and conversions, and 3D printing.

Contact:
Zander Struwig – 074 677 9666

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