Yeonggwang County Attempts Shift to Administrative Policies Centered on Ordinary People's Economy

Payment of 1 Million Won Livelihood Economic Recovery Grant
Expanded Childbirth and Child-Rearing Support to Increase Population

Exterior view of Yeonggwang County Office.

Yeonggwang County in Jeollanam-do is implementing and operating various administrative support policies to revitalize the local economy and enhance the happiness of its residents.

According to the county on the 14th, to help residents struggling with the prolonged economic downturn and to boost domestic demand, the county will provide a "Livelihood Economic Recovery Grant" of 1 million won per person to 52,333 residents of Yeonggwang County as of the 27th of last month. This grant will be distributed twice, during the Seollal and Chuseok holidays. Applications will be accepted until the 19th of next month.

Support for childbirth and child-rearing to increase the population will also be strengthened. For children born on or after January 1, 2024, whose parents' registered address is in Jeollanam-do as of the birth registration date, a "Basic Birth Allowance" of 200,000 won per month, including county funds, will be provided until the child turns 18.

The "Subfertile Couples Treatment Support Project" provides up to 1.1 million won for up to 20 cycles of in vitro fertilization and up to 300,000 won for up to 5 cycles of artificial insemination, regardless of age. The "Postnatal Care Center Support Fund" previously provided up to 500,000 won once per mother, but starting this year, up to 500,000 won will be provided per newborn.

Support for the elderly is also being expanded in preparation for an aging society. Free bus rides are provided to guarantee mobility for seniors aged 65 and over for hospital visits, market shopping, and leisure activities.

Households with four or more generations living together receive an annual "Elderly Support Filial Piety Allowance" of 600,000 won. After hospital discharge or for those assessed for long-term care, "Gap Care Services" are provided by dispatching care workers to assist with cooking, meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry.

Various support measures are also being prepared for the agricultural sector, which is facing difficulties due to population decline and rising agricultural material costs. In addition, new projects to enhance cultural and daily life convenience will be implemented.

County Governor Jang Seil stated, "In the new year, we will prioritize the economic stability and happiness of our residents and make Yeonggwang County a vibrant community through various policies."

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