Guro-gu Prevents COVID-19 Care Gaps Through Talent Donation

Expanding the 'New Middle-Aged Social Contribution Support Project' Utilizing Retirees' Expertise in Care... Activity Fees Provided for Volunteering at Care Facilities for Retirees... Participants Accepted Until the 10th

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Guro-gu (Mayor Lee Seong) is strengthening child care functions through the talent donation of retirees.

Guro-gu stated on the 8th, "Due to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, classes at schools and daycare centers have decreased, raising concerns about care gaps. Therefore, we are implementing the 'New Middle-aged Social Contribution Activity Support Project' to strengthen care functions by utilizing the expertise of retirees in the care field."

The 'New Middle-aged Social Contribution Activity Support Project' is a program that helps professionals aged 50 to under 70 engage in social contribution activities in the nonprofit sector after retirement.

Guro-gu plans to recruit 45 participants by the 10th of this month and dispatch them to local care facilities such as community child centers, neighborhood care centers, and all-day care centers within the district.

Starting at the end of this month, participants will volunteer at local care facilities by supporting learning and reading, assisting in arts and physical education activities, cooking, counseling, and more. Participants will receive an activity allowance of 2,000 KRW per hour, along with transportation and meal expenses.

Those interested in participating can inquire at the Guro-gu Community Child Center Association 'Gudeuljjang' and apply via email (guroguadong@daum.net).

A Guro-gu official said, "Through this project, retirees can utilize the expertise they have accumulated and enjoy a fulfilling second chapter of life," adding, "We will thoroughly manage the project to ensure it proceeds smoothly."

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