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Project/initiative|Poland|Local

SENIOR MONTH

Project title

MIESIĄC SENIORA

Description of initiative

Senior Citizens' Month is organized annually in October. The aim of this project is to ensure that seniors actively participate in events organized by the Commune in the areas of culture, art, science, health, entertainment, tourism, sports and recreation.

Further information on the initiative

Themes: Culture and...

Individual well-being
Community well-being
Mental health
Physical health
Quality of social relations
Quality of services for specific groups

Keywords

well-being, creativity, health, smile, interpersonal relations

Target group

Older people

Cultural field

Other

Timeframe

October - October

Results, benefits, impact and lessons learnt

Every year, several hundred seniors from all over the commune take part in the celebration of "Senior Month". Thanks to the organized socio-cultural and sports events, seniors do not fall into autumn depression, they become more active, develop their vocal, dancing and artistic skills, practice recreation and Nordic walking, go on various trips instead of staying at home, make new friends, save to organizations working for seniors.

Organizer(s)

GMINA KRAPKOWICE
Poland
Public / State | Other