The house at Jalan Dayang 16/8 in Bandar Mahkota Cheras is undergoing renovations to move some old folks there. — Photos: SAMUEL ONG/The Star
PUSAT Jagaan Saaii in Bandar Mahkota Cheras, Selangor, will open another premises as suggested by Health Ministry as it now housed too many residents.
Its manager Valliamah Subramaniam said ministry officials told her that the old folks home at No.2, Jalan Dayang 8/8 had 36 residents, which was above the allowed limit of between 15 and 17 people.
Some of the residents, she said, would have to be moved to the new premises at No.21, Jalan Dayang 16/8, adding that renovations were needed there.
“The ministry also knows our situation of not receiving payment from some residents.
“We were advised to have another premises so the paying and non-paying residents could be housed separately,” said Valliamah during a visit.
Valliamah (right) discussing the renovations with Lee (second from left) at the new premises.
She said that after renovations, the new premises could accommodate about 20 people.
“We must also fulfil the ministry’s requirement of installing an emergency exit, proper lighting and stairs at the property,” she said.
She added that total cost for renovations and furnishing of the premises would be about RM50,000.
The plight of the home was raised by DAP Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Public Complaints Bureau chief Lee Wen Bin.
“The house is for charity and those who have no money can stay there,” he said.
He hoped renovation works could be completed by July.
The centre also needs donations in cash and kind, Lee added.
Those interested in helping out can contact Valliamah at 018-366 4581.
