Busan City to Hold This Year's 'Senior Citizens Day' Event Online

Longevity Cane for 100-Year-Old Seniors, Organic Spoons Presented to 100 Seniors

Busan City Hall exterior view. (Photo by Busan City Hall)

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-woo] The commemorative ceremony for the ‘24th Senior Citizens' Day’ event, which was scheduled to be held at Busan Citizens' Hall on the 6th, will be conducted online.

Busan City has designated October 2nd as Senior Citizens' Day and October as Senior Month every year, in accordance with the ‘Senior Welfare Act’ enacted in August 1997, and has held various commemorative events.

However, considering the COVID-19 situation this year, instead of a separate ceremony, about 100 seniors who are turning 100 years old this year will be given longevity canes produced by the government and organic spoons prepared by Busan City to wish for their health and longevity.

In addition, mayoral commendations will be awarded to 12 contributors to senior welfare (11 individuals, 1 organization) and 2 exemplary seniors. To prevent COVID-19 infection, the commendations will be delivered individually by autonomous districts and counties to minimize contact.

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