Eunpyeong-gu 'Hyangrim Senior Center' Doors Wide Open

Eunpyeong-gu Secures Space through Free Rental Agreement with Seoul Housing and Communities Corporation (SH)

Stable Operation Enabled by Designation as a Private Senior Center

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Eunpyeong-gu (Mayor Kim Mi-kyung) announced the opening of ‘Hyangrim Senior Center’ in Hyangrim Village, Bulgwang-dong, to support healthy aging by promoting social interaction among the elderly.

The opening ceremony was held on the 16th with about 30 participants including Mayor Kim Mi-kyung, district council members, city council members, and senior center users. The event proceeded with a plaque unveiling ceremony, a report on the space creation process, and commemorative speeches.

Hyangrim Village, located at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, has some slopes, and there had been continuous requests from the elderly to establish a senior center nearby.

In response, the district newly established ‘Hyangrim Senior Center’ in a location easily accessible even for elderly residents living in the highlands.

Last year, to secure the space, an agreement for free rental of purchased rental housing was signed with Seoul Housing and Communities Corporation (SH), and after recently completing facility renovations, the senior center was able to open this time.

‘Hyangrim Senior Center’ has a total floor area of 45㎡ and is composed of two rooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom, creating a small but cozy space. Designated as a private senior center, it also receives support such as operating expenses and rice for stable operation.

Kim Mi-kyung, Mayor of Eunpyeong-gu, said, “I am proud that the wishes of the elderly in Hyangrim Village have come together to create a cozy and wonderful space,” and added, “I hope it will become a home where the elderly can comfortably rest and enjoy conversations together.”

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