Imsil-gun Operates 'Cognitive Health Program' for Residents

[Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Nosik] Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk (Governor Shim Min) announced on the 15th that the Dementia Safety Center will operate a 'Cognitive Health Program' for residents of Galma Village in Imsil-eup and Balsan Village in Cheongung-myeon.

This program is designed to provide emotional support and reduce depression for dementia patients who have difficulty engaging in outdoor activities due to COVID-19, aiming for emotional stability. It will be held four times at one location throughout this month.

In addition, not only dementia patients but also general residents participate, allowing them to interact with dementia patients, assist in the program's progress, and help prevent dementia.

The program consists of various experiential activities such as pottery making and flower basket making, based on cognitive enhancement problem-solving.

Governor Shim Min said, "I hope that residents of the dementia-safe villages can promote physical and brain activities through various programs," and added, "I hope that dementia patients participating in the program can achieve psychological stability by alleviating boredom and anxiety."

Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Nosik sd2481@asiae.co.kr

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