Services such as in-home care, housekeeping, meal support, and psychological assistance
Seodaemun-gu has expanded the support target for the 'Daily Care Service' from young family caregivers to middle-aged and older adults. The photo shows a visit by a young family caregiver in Seodaemun-gu. (Photo by Seodaemun-gu Office)
Seodaemun-gu, Seoul (Mayor Lee Seongheon) announced on the 20th that the existing "Daily Care Service" for family caregivers aged 13 to 39 has been expanded this month to include middle-aged residents aged 40 to 64 who need care due to illness or isolation.
Seodaemun-gu, the only autonomous district in Seoul to implement this service after being selected in the Ministry of Health and Welfare's public contest last July, has broadened the target group to eliminate blind spots in care.
Accordingly, not only family caregivers who take care of family members or are responsible for livelihood, but also middle-aged residents who have difficulty performing daily activities due to illness, injury, or isolation can receive home care, housekeeping, meal and nutrition management, hospital accompaniment, psychological support, and independent living services.
Lee Seongheon, Mayor of Seodaemun-gu, said, "Middle-aged people, who are relatively vulnerable to welfare blind spots, can also receive appropriate care when life is difficult," adding, "We will actively strive to ensure that anyone can use social services whenever needed."
To receive the Daily Care Service, anyone can visit their local community service center throughout the year regardless of income level to apply. Once selected as a beneficiary, they will receive a usage voucher (electronic voucher) and pay a differentiated co-payment according to their income level to choose and use the necessary services.
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