Gwangju Seo-gu Operates 'Bathing Service' for People with Disabilities

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (Mayor Seo Daeseok) announced on the 31st that it will operate the "Today is a Day to Bathe with Happiness - Disabled Bathing Service Ppodeudeuk" for disabled people with poor bathing facilities at home.

Anyone with disabilities who have difficulty bathing due to lack of bathing facilities at home, restrictions on hot water use, fear of external gaze due to disability, or limitations on activity assistance time can use the service.

The service will be operated until the end of the year, with individuals served on weekdays and during the day, and groups served on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month, totaling 20 sessions, held at Ssangchon Land and Cheonsu Oncheon.

For homebound disabled people with mobility restrictions, a visiting bathing service using the home support center's bathing vehicle will also be provided.

Applications can be made by phone or in person, and for the visiting bathing service, an on-site inspection procedure is added after phone registration.

For more details, contact the Counseling and Case Support Team at the Seo-gu Disabled Welfare Center.

A Seo-gu official said, "Many people face hygiene issues due to difficulties in bathing caused by physical and economic disabilities," adding, "We will strive to operate the project solidly so that more people can benefit."

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