SJM Resorts and the Macao New Chinese Youth Association have jointly launched the “Silver Age Health Promotion Programme”, holding a ceremony on Monday at Grand Lisboa to mark the occasion.
According to a statement by the integrated resort operator yesterday, the programme, which has the Health Bureau (SSM) as a supporting partner, aims to “help the elderly enhance their knowledge of health, raise awareness about disease prevention, improve their health management abilities, and express care and love for the elderly through a community support network”. Its three core components comprise two “Health Carnivals”, eight “Health Talks”, and two “Health Training Courses”.
The statement said that the Health Carnivals will feature booths for blood pressure screening, health consultations, and games, while the Health Talks will involve medical staff visiting the community and residential care homes to “help seniors improve their awareness and ability to manage their health in an easy-to-understand manner”.
The Health Training Courses will provide SJM staff and their families with insights from professionals on senior health care knowledge and practical skills, the statement said.
Expressing gratitude on behalf of SJM Managing Director Daisy Ho Chiu Fung, the statement quoted President - Security, Surveillance & Environmental, Social and Governance of SJM Paul Hung (洪克偉) as saying: “We have reached out to the community through the ‘Silver Age Health Promotion Programme,’ which aims to help older individuals manage their health in their daily lives. We also encourage our team members to actively participate in this initiative, allowing the elderly to feel the care and support of the community.”
Macao New Chinese Youth Association President Wong Chi Choi was quoted by the statement as saying: “With the increasing trend of an ageing population in Macau, the physical and mental well-being of the elderly has become a focal point for society. Many elderly individuals face challenges such as chronic diseases and feelings of loneliness. Addressing their needs is exactly what we aim to accomplish with our programme”.
Wong added that the programme “serves as an ideal bridge, allowing young people to partner with the elderly to create a healthier and warmer community environment together.”
This photo provided by SJM Resorts yesterday shows Macao New Chinese Youth Association Vice President Lao Cho Chon (from left to right); Macao New Chinese Youth Association President Wong Chi Choi; Health Bureau (SSM) Director Alvis Lo Iek Long; President – Security, Surveillance & Environmental, Social and Governance of SJM Paul Hung; and SSM Head of Health Promotion Division Wong Weng Man prepare to cut the ribbon during the launching ceremony of “Silver Age Health Promotion Programme” at Grand Lisboa.
