Gwangju Nam-gu Toy Sharing Center Extends Usage Time Among Senior Center Members

A senior play equipment sharing center, operated for the first time nationwide in Nam-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City, has been found to strengthen camaraderie among seniors using local senior centers and contribute to the revitalization of senior center usage, according to a survey result.

On the 11th, Nam-gu reported that these results were derived from a satisfaction survey conducted on the senior play equipment sharing center from May 19 to June 29.

Since the opening of the senior play equipment sharing center in November last year, Nam-gu conducted a survey targeting 85 senior centers that rented play equipment through this sharing center.

A notable aspect of this survey is the impact the senior play equipment sharing center has had on the senior centers.

At 31 senior centers, respondents answered that "exercising with play equipment together with members is enjoyable," and 22 senior centers responded that "the time spent at the senior center has increased."

Additionally, 17 centers reported that "the frequency of visits to the senior center has increased compared to usual."

Overall, the senior play equipment sharing center aligns with its operational purpose and has a significant influence on revitalizing the use of senior centers.

The proportion of senior centers frequently using the senior play equipment sharing center was also notably high.

From November last year to the end of April, 15 senior centers used the service three times, 15 centers used it four times or more, and 17 centers used it five times or more.

Among the total 85 senior centers using the service, about 55%, or 47 centers, regularly use the senior play equipment sharing center. The high frequency of use is interpreted to be due to the center providing delivery and collection services of play equipment to and from the senior centers.

Furthermore, in the question regarding satisfaction with the senior play equipment sharing center, 79 centers, accounting for 93% of all user senior centers, showed a wide range of responses from "average" to "very satisfied," indicating generally no dissatisfaction.

A Nam-gu official stated, "Through this survey, we were able to identify the strengths and areas for improvement of the senior play equipment sharing center," adding, "We will do our best to operate the sharing center to provide greater satisfaction to the seniors in the district."

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