Guro District to Launch “Garden Healing Program” Next Month

Expected to Relieve Stress
and Promote Intergenerational Communication

Guro District in Seoul (District Mayor Jang Inhong) will operate the “Guro-Style Garden Prescription” program every Friday and Saturday from September 5 to October 31 at the Jatjeol area of Onsu Neighborhood Park.

Family participants are experiencing activities using ropes in the forest. Provided by Guro District.

The “Guro-Style Garden Prescription” is a health recovery program based on forest welfare, designed to be accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities, seniors, and families. The district plans to actively utilize the park’s natural environment, such as barrier-free walking trails and wetlands, to support the physical and emotional recovery of residents.

The program is divided into four categories: “Comforting Harmony Forest” for socially disadvantaged groups, “Gentle Emotional Forest” for the general public, “Lively Family Forest” for families, and “Nordic Walking Vitality Forest” for active participants. Participants can relieve stress and experience psychological stability through activities such as meditation, sensory experiences, making aromatherapy products, and family communication programs.

On Fridays, programs for seniors, people with disabilities, and the general public will be held, while on Saturdays, programs for families and the general public will take place. Each session will accommodate around 15 participants, and on-site registration will be available if there are vacancies.

The participation fee is set at 2,000 won per session, but seniors aged 65 and older, people with disabilities, and basic livelihood security recipients can join free of charge. Applications can be made through the Seoul Public Service Reservation website.

The district expects this program to not only help reduce stress and boost immunity among residents, but also to have a positive effect on intergenerational communication and strengthening family bonds. In particular, by providing nature-based welfare services for socially disadvantaged groups, the district aims to contribute to improving quality of life.

Jang Inhong, Mayor of Guro District, stated, “This forest healing program will be a valuable opportunity to revitalize daily life, not just a simple break,” adding, “We will continue to expand forest welfare-based healing programs so that everyone can recover through nature.”

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