'Gwanak-gu Senior Citizens' Center and 50+ Center Construction Kickoff'

Construction of a three-story building with a total project cost of 8.2 billion KRW begins in January 2022... Featuring media education rooms, fitness centers, and shared cafes for seniors

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gwanak-gu (Mayor Park Jun-hee) announced on the 9th that it is currently establishing a mid-term local financial plan to promote the long-awaited project of constructing a Senior Citizens' Center.

The Senior Citizens' Center is planned to be built on the site of the current Gwanak-gu Community Center (95, Gwanak-ro 5-gil) with a total floor area of 1,953㎡ and three above-ground floors. It will be developed as a complex building including a 50+ Center to support middle-aged and older adults.

The total project cost is 8.2 billion KRW, with funding secured from ▲ Senior Citizens' Center Construction Fund 5.2 billion KRW ▲ Seoul City construction support 1.5 billion KRW ▲ Special grant tax 1.5 billion KRW. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2022 and be completed by May 2023.

In particular, from the design stage, the project has obtained preliminary certification for Barrier-Free Environment (BF certification) to ensure that vulnerable groups such as the elderly and disabled can use the facilities safely and comfortably without inconvenience.

Mayor Park Jun-hee stated, “In the era of 100-year lifespans, infrastructure must be established where seniors can rest and enjoy an active old age,” adding, “We will actively support seniors so that they can prepare for a vibrant second chapter of life through various leisure program support and employment education.”

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