Seoul Jung-gu 'Senior Center Presidents' Became 'Community Volunteer Coordinators'

All 50 Senior Center Chairpersons Appointed as Community Volunteer Coordinators
Roles Include Promoting Senior Policies and Checking on Members' Well-being

Jung-gu, Seoul (Mayor Kim Gil-seong) announced on the 16th that the chairpersons of 50 senior centers in the district were appointed as 'Community Volunteer Coordinators' the day before. The appointed chairpersons will carry out various duties such as managing and ensuring the safety of the senior centers, promoting senior policies, checking on members' well-being, and providing life guidance.

Kim Gil-seong, Mayor of Jung-gu, and the heads of local senior centers attending the commissioning ceremony. Provided by Jung-gu.

Mayor Kim Gil-seong expressed, "I deeply appreciate the senior center chairpersons, who possess rich experience and wisdom in the community, willingly taking on the role of volunteers," adding, "Their efforts will be a solid foundation for improving welfare in Jung-gu."

Until now, only some senior center chairpersons could participate as Community Volunteer Coordinators due to limited participation conditions. The district revised related ordinances to ensure systematic management and operation of senior centers. From this year, all senior center chairpersons will serve as Community Volunteer Coordinators, playing a pivotal role in enhancing senior welfare. A monthly activity allowance of up to 100,000 KRW will be provided.

Along with this appointment, the district is preparing multifaceted support measures to revitalize senior centers. Customized programs reflecting the needs of seniors will be introduced, and various one-day classes will be operated.

The policy aims to make senior centers not just places to stay but spaces where seniors can actively lead activities, forming a foundation for a healthy and vibrant daily life.

Mayor Kim Gil-seong stated, "As we enter a super-aged society, the role of senior centers is becoming increasingly important," and added, "We will do our best to ensure that senior centers become more active venues for senior activities in the community, serving as hubs that enhance seniors' health and quality of life."

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