8 Advertising & Newsdesk: (046) 624-4356 Find us on Facebook 24 June 2021 TALK OF THE TOW NPortA l f re d BUSINESS FORUM Keeping you up to date on the local business frontgraphic © vadym yesaulov / 123RF.comSo much underSilverleaf roofCome explore the shops at Kenton-on-Sea gemAhidden secret to many locals is theSilverleaf Centre in Kenton-on-Sea, so joinin on a journey through the businessesbased there.Paint House offers a stunning range of FiredEarth Samples inspired by the textures and tonesof nature.Fired Earth offers an array of locally producedcoatings for interior and exterior use, in a widerangingselection of earthy colours and luxurioussurface textures and finishes.If you have an old pot you want to paint orpatio furniture in need of a revamp or even just awall that needs some new beach life colours, thenphone Paint House to discuss your project.No project is too big or small and Paint Housestaff look forward to discussing your interior needwith you. Contact Caramae Venter on 065-961-2738 or WhatsApp 065-849-5980 or e-mailmae.painthouse@gmail.comAt Fre s h every dish and product is createdwith fresh, local ingredients and lovingly preparedin their kitchen.A variety of products are handpicked, testedand developed with some of the best local bakersand suppliers to provide a variety of choices andoptions to suit your taste buds and dietary needs.Fresh is helping create awareness about localproducts, wellness, the food one eats, where itcomes from, how it tastes and how this affectsone’s health, energy levels and the world aroundus.Visit the friendly little deli to collect your mealof the day, birthday cake or platter.Silverleaf CentreKenton-On-SeaCall 065 961 2738 | w/a 065 849 5980shopprettyhouse@gmail.comSilverleaf Centre | Contact: 083 943 7700Call 065 961 2738 | w/a 065 849 5980Call 065 961 2738w/a 065 849 5980arthousekenton@gmail.comFRESH KENTON1 Kenton DriveSilver leaf CentreKenton-on-Sea, 6191073 428 1427freshkenton@gmail.com❝ Fresh is helping createawareness about localproducts, wellness, and thefood one eatsFresh stocks a wide variety of cakes, desserts,braai items, Asian curries, vegan and gluten-freeoptions, preserves, cold meats, cheese, freshvegetables and bread, and delicious frozen meals.Call and WhatsApp: 073-428-1427 or e-mailf r e s h f wh @ g m a i l . c o mImagine… Books and Beautiful Things i nv i t e syou to discover gems among its w e l l - c u ra t e d ,quality secondhand books.Along with a good balance of fiction and nonfictionthere is a variety of young adult andch i l d r e n ’s books. Book swaps are also welcome.Many of the “beautiful things” are handcraftedon the premises with an emphasis on upcycling.Origami earrings made from Chappiewrappers, journal covers stitched from teabagsand seahorses fashioned from found sea glass areexamples of some re-imagined products. ContactJannet Flynn on 083-943-7700.Art House Gallery not only features a diverserange of paintings by well-known artists but alsoplays host to various creative workshops.For your convenience they carry a range of artmaterials.Also, take a walk down to Pretty House &Gifting along the pathway in the beautiful andtranquil garden where they stock a range ofbeautiful local gifts.Last but not least, visit Photo House, a shoot,print and frame studio offering ID photos, printingimages onto canvas, stretching or custom framing- the perfect way to display your personalmemories or decorate your walls.Contact Corlette Venter on 071-844-2420.WELCOMING SIGHT: From left, Caramae Venter, Jannet Flynn, Bianca Binneman look forwardto seeing you at Silverleaf centre. See article and advert and be inspiredMillenials can’t affordto forego medical aidBIANKA BENNETTWould you believe that the eldest of themillennials is closing in on the age of 40?Millennials make up a decent portion of theworkforce, but few have medical aid.Millennials may question the need to havemedical aid. They consider themselves to behealthy. They lead active lives. They have yet todevelop any chronic conditions.After paying for rent, utilities, transport, food,and the occasional night out, millennials are notleft with much breathing room in their bankaccount to put money aside for medical aid.So why should this young, healthy and cashstrappedgeneration stretch their budget further?The Covid-19 pandemic has been a wake-upcall for everyone.The value of ensuring a healthy life for oneselfand one’s loved ones has taken top priority. Covid-19 has touched us all and never has it been moreapparent that our health is our most importantasset.Millennials are seeing their health declinefaster than previous generations.This extends to both physical healthconditions, such as hypertension and cholesterol,and behavioural health conditions, such as majordepression.The pressure on individuals and families dueto increased medical costs can be devastating.Especially for those unprepared.There are important aspects to be consideredwhen choosing medical aid, from the type of planthat best suits your pocket to which medicalservices you want to be covered for.These services could include medicine, doctorconsultations, cover for chronic conditions,hospital cover, optometry or dental expenses andother unexpected medical emergencies.These are some of the basic guidelines to takeinto consideration:1 Look at your family history - how healthy areyou and are there any genetic diseases that youmay inherit later in life? Conditions such asdiabetes, asthma or epilepsy may require regularcheck-ups, medication or even hospitalisation.Even if your family does not suffer from anychronic conditions, a full medical history isalways useful to know.2 How many times did you want or need to goto the doctor, hospital, or an emergency room, butdidn’t because of cost concerns?3 Do you have any injuries that could causeproblems later in life?4 Do you need day-to-day cover?5 Consider what you might need in the nextyear. Perhaps you are thinking about starting afamily or feel you may need physical therapy.6 What can you afford? Draw up a budget,listing everything from your monthly cellphonespend, gym membership, and your grocery bills.Look at which expenses are non-essential. Askyourself whether you would rather have that dailycappuccino or know that in an emergency youhave access to quality private healthcare.Factoring in medical aid as one of yourmonthly budget items can save you fromunanticipated medical expenses, giving youpeace of mind that you are covered in the event ofunexpected illness.Another key aspect is the transition from beinga dependant on a parent’s medical aid to havingyour own cover.It is important to understand that having a gapbetween medical aids may result in waitingperiods. This could mean you will not be able toaccess certain benefits for stipulated timeframes.Let us assist you in making the best decisions.E-mail: bianka@edgefinance.co.za for furthera dv i c e .
TALK OF THE TOWN 24 June 2021 Advertising & Newsdesk: (046) 624-4356 Find us on Facebook 9SCHOOLS IN REVIEWPUDDING PERFECTION: Port Alfred High School matricpupils Caitlin Marais, left, and head girl Carissa le Roux proudlypresent their dish for assessment earlier this week. This is thelast matric practical for the yearTHUNDERSTRUCK: During ‘show n tell’ in the Port AlfredHigh School Grade 2 class, Connor Venter showed off his pethen, Thunder, who caused a bit of a ruffleYUM YUM: Sonwabise Lenya, a pupil in the Port Alfred HighSchool Tiggers class tucked into the birthday treats providedby a classmate with great gusto
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