Friendly City

Beach walkways, social pensions, discounted bus fares or health insurance support are all humane and kind policies for the elderly.

Being cared for both physically and mentally helps the elderly live happily and healthily. In the photo: Elderly people get medical examination at Hospital 199 ( Ministry of Public Security ). Photo: XUAN SON

These will gradually build the city into a friendly space, a place worth visiting and living, especially suitable for the elderly.

Open the way down to the sea

As the sun just rose, Mrs. Nguyen Thi Hai Yen (65 years old, Son Tra ward) took advantage of the rare rays of sunshine on a chilly winter day to go to the beach for a walk and cover herself under the fine white sand. Mrs. Yen excitedly shared, every time I go to the beach, I feel secure moving because many years ago, the city planned to build a walkway down to the beach for the disabled and the elderly. The walkway helps her and her friends go to the beach more safely and conveniently.

For her, the sea is a suitable place to heal the elderly's health and spirit. And to touch the water, touch the sea, if there is no path, it will be quite difficult for them, they may even fall. Therefore, this work is extremely meaningful and kind to improve the quality of life for the elderly like her.

According to Ms. Yen, having been born and lived in the heart of the city for more than 60 years, she is not only assured about the health care system but also satisfied with the policies and guidelines that care about the lives and health of the elderly. Because the elderly do not need anything big, just small things make them happy and joyful.

Social security for the elderly

Mrs. Nguyen Thi Tho (80 years old, Ngu Hanh Son ward) said that her husband died early, she did small business, doing whatever she could to support her five children. When she got old and weak, she had no income, and her children supported her even though their lives were still difficult. Therefore, the burden of expenses was what made her worry and think about every night. However, more than two years ago, she received a monthly social pension allowance of 400,000 VND from the state and recently increased to 500,000 VND. This amount of money helps her cover the cost of medicine and living expenses.

Mr. Tho expressed that the money was like a life buoy that gave him the confidence and motivation to live happily and healthily. Because to live long and sustainably, finances are the deciding factor. Since receiving social pension benefits, he has had less burden on his shoulders, and his children have less worries, making meals more cozy and joyful.

In addition to receiving social pension benefits, Mrs. Nguyen Thi Tho also receives free health insurance from the government. Thanks to that, she saves more money to cover other living expenses.

For Mr. Dang Van Binh (83 years old, An Hai ward), the social pension benefits are a great help in both economic and spiritual life. Because life is still difficult, he has to take care of his sick wife with all the expenses. He confided that the benefits are precious. For him, the above amount is too large. Large is not only in the amount but also in the heart and sharing for the elderly.

Small policy, big value

Not only building a walkway down to the sea, the city also offers a 50% discount on bus tickets for people aged 60 and over, people with mild disabilities, poor households, students, etc.

Mr. Phan Dinh Phuong (68 years old, Thanh Khe ward) excitedly said that he has a habit of visiting places such as Da Nang Museum, Cham Sculpture Museum, Dragon Bridge or Ngu Hanh Son Monument... Therefore, for many years, he has chosen the bus as his daily means of transportation because it is safe and friendly. Although the monthly bus fare exemption does not have great economic value, it shows the city's deep concern for the elderly in particular and other groups in general.

It can be said that to build a friendly city for the elderly, in addition to factors such as environment and family, it is necessary to take comprehensive care of both life and spirit. That helps them live happily, healthily, and with quality. Because they are the companions for us - the young - to learn, follow and promote useful values, contributing to building good, moral and kind things.

Sharing the same view, Ms. Phung Thi Huong Hanh, Head of the City Population Department, said that for the elderly to live long and healthy lives, physical and mental factors are very important. These two factors have been effective for many years when the elderly are not only cared for in terms of economic life but can also develop their abilities through cultural and sports activities... Because the elderly are happy, healthy, and mentally comfortable, which will be the foundation for family and social development.

Source: https://baodanang.vn/thanh-pho-than-thien-3311936.html