Become a Companion for Seniors with Dementia... Gwangjin-gu Dementia Volunteer Group 'Gwangjuri' Recruiting

[Seoul District News] Gwangjin-gu Accepts Applications by Phone or QR Code to Gwangjin-gu Dementia Relief Center Until the 30th ▲ Full Activity Begins After Completing 5 Hours of Dementia Specialist Training ▲ Warm Support Helping Dementia Seniors with Daily Life ... Seodaemun-gu Out-of-School Youth Share Self-Development Achievements

Volunteers from Gwangjin-gu Dementia Relief Center conducting campaign activities in observance of Dementia Overcoming Week

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) is recruiting the 7th class of the dementia-specialized volunteer group ‘Gwangjuri’ until the 30th of this month.

The Gwangjin-gu Dementia Safety Center (Director Moon Yeon-sil) operates a dementia-specialized volunteer group to prevent social isolation of dementia patients and reduce the caregiving burden on their families.

The recruitment target is 20 Gwangjin-gu residents, and anyone with a strong interest and understanding of dementia and a willingness to volunteer can participate.

Upon joining ‘Gwangjuri,’ volunteers must first complete 5 hours of specialized dementia education. After completing the training, they will engage in various support activities necessary for daily life, such as checking on the well-being of elderly dementia patients, providing companionship, and accompanying them to hospitals or public institutions.

Those who wish to participate can apply by phone to the Gwangjin-gu Dementia Safety Center or access the QR code.

Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, said, “I hope many people will participate and practice warm sharing that can comfort the hearts of elderly dementia patients and their families,” adding, “We will continue to do our best so that many residents take interest in dementia-related projects and participate steadily.”

The district, together with the Gwangjin-gu Dementia Safety Center, supports various services and customized programs for dementia patients. This year, it designated Jayang Traditional Market as a dementia-friendly market for the first time nationwide and is carrying out various projects such as ‘Dementia Safety Village,’ ‘Dementia Safety Primary Care Physician,’ and ‘Dementia Overcoming Leading Library.’

Also, last September, the Gwangjin-gu Dementia Safety Center received the highest award (Minister of Health and Welfare Award), equivalent to first place nationwide, at the ‘2022 Dementia Overcoming Hope Essay Video Contest,’ delivering hope and comfort to dementia families.

Seodaemun-gu 3rd Out-of-School Youth Graduation Ceremony and Performance Presentation Exhibition

Seodaemun-gu (Mayor Lee Sung-heon) announced on the 16th that the Seodaemun-gu Youth Support Center (Director Han Gwi-young), which is operated under the district’s commission, recently held the ‘3rd Out-of-School Youth Graduation Ceremony and Performance Presentation’ successfully at an event space in Sinchon.

Named ‘Kkumbitje (Festival of Shining Dreams),’ this event is a Seodaemun-gu exclusive specialized project for ‘out-of-school youth,’ celebrating the graduation of out-of-school youth who have passed the qualification exam or entered university and sharing their self-development achievements.

Held face-to-face for the first time in three years since the COVID-19 pandemic, about 50 people gathered in one place, including around 20 graduates this year, last year’s graduates, and teachers from youth-related organizations, to celebrate the graduation and achievements of out-of-school youth.

The festival featured congratulatory performances by dance and vocal clubs, and youths trained in baking, design, and barista skills showcased castella cakes, puddings, pouch bags, coffee, and more that they made themselves.

Especially, the event was made more meaningful by the premiere of the music video for ‘Kkumdream (Dreamdream),’ the first released song by ‘Harmony,’ the out-of-school youth vocal club.

A youth graduating from the Seodaemun-gu Youth Support Center this year said, “Through the center, my aimless life found direction and I was able to meet friends,” adding, “No matter what path I take in the future, I will live a life that does not give up based on the experiences I gained here.”

Lee Sung-heon, Mayor of Seodaemun-gu, said, “I congratulate all the youths taking their first steps into a wider society and will continue to support their dreams.”

The Seodaemun-gu Youth Support Center supports the emotional, educational, and independent living of out-of-school youth through qualification exam support, health checkups, cultural experiences, internships, and club activities.

For more details, please refer to the Seodaemun-gu Youth Support Center website or contact them by phone.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.