SEREMBAN: The National Unity and Community Development
Ministry has implemented a day care center concept for the care
of senior citizens, with the setting up of 19 such centers
nationwide. This was in line with the ministry's plans to
improve the quality of ___1___
services to cater to the aged.
The centers complement the nine "Rumah Seri Kenangan" run ___2___
the State Welfare Services Departments which provide residential
care for the aged.
Eight of the twelve completed day care centers are
operational in locations such as Cheras and Segamat. Another
seven are ___3___. The
ministry is ___4___
and upgrading facilities at all these institutions.
The response to the day care center concept ___5___
encouraging as it provides senior citizens with the opportunity
to interact with their peers. The centers also ___6___
an option for families who do not want to send their parents to
a home.
The centers operate from morning ___7___
evening and can accommodate 50 to 100 people, providing
facilities such as physiotherapy and other activities. |