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In the words of Bessem Oben, Publicity Secretary of the Houston Chapter:…
It was bright and early Saturday April 8th, when the Houston Sakerettes gathered at the Solera Nursing & Rehab facility in West Houston. We were welcomed by the activity director, who led us as we went knocking on the residents’ doors to invite them to the game room. Slowly but surely they trickled in, until we had almost 25 residents in attendance.

The event began with an opening prayer from Aunty Efeti Ojongtambia, followed by a welcome and introduction from chapter president Cathy Mukete. In keeping with the Easter spirit, the group began with some Easter hymns like ‘Old Rugged Cross’ and ‘Because He lives’. We could tell the residents were getting involved, as some began to hum the tunes and sing along. But it wasn’t until we switched gears and sang the Douala favorite ‘Ombwate’ that the crowd got engaged and even gave us a standing ovation.

The rest of the day was spent playing Bingo as Hortense Ngoe called out the letters/numbers with the talent of a seasoned game show host. The residents were excited as they got a chance to win different gifts, expertly put together by Aunty Marie Njowo.

The day ended about noon time as the residents prepared to head out for lunch. As I wheeled one of the residents over to the dining hall, her daughter, who happened to have stopped by for a visit, reached out and gave me a warm hug. “Thank you ladies for today, you have no idea what a difference you have made for my mom”
Okay, put away your wet tissue. That’s the Sakerette spirit for you….making a difference everywhere they go.