Hong Nampyo, Changwon Special City Mayor, "Will Strive for Elderly Welfare in an Age-Friendly Environment City"

Masan Hoewon Senior Welfare Center Holds Event for Senior Citizens' Day

"On the occasion of Senior Citizens' Day, I bow my head in gratitude, never forgetting the hard work of the elders who have strived to ensure that future generations can enjoy a safe and prosperous life. We will unite our efforts to create the best senior welfare environment so that we can advance as an age-friendly leading city."

Hong Nampyo, Mayor of Changwon Special City, Gyeongnam, said this on the 18th while attending the 27th Senior Citizens' Day commemorative event at Masanhwoewon Senior Welfare Center.

Hong Nampyo, Mayor of Changwon Special City, is having a conversation with senior citizens in celebration of Senior Citizens' Day.

The event, titled "No(rang) and Me," was held at Geunju Park.

Celebrating its 27th year, Senior Citizens' Day was established in 1997 as a legal commemorative day under regulations concerning various commemorative days to promote filial piety and respect for elders and to express gratitude for the hard work of seniors who have inherited and developed traditional culture. The commemorative event was held at Masanhwoewon Senior Welfare Center with about 600 elders in attendance.

The event included a ceremony, a congratulatory performance by the Light and Sound Love Arts Troupe, a food zone, eco pouch decorating, a photo zone, and six experiential booths. Attendees were also given small commemorative gifts.

Masanhwoewon Senior Welfare Center consists of basement level 1 to the 4th floor, with about 8,500 registered members and approximately 600 daily users. The center operates around 350 programs including counseling, support for seniors in crisis, family integration, health promotion, and meal support.

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