The health department in Jebiniana, Tunisia, in partnership with the Tunisian Association for Aging (ATUGER), organized various health and awareness activities for seniors and their families on the occasion of World Seniors' Day, which falls on October 1st every year. The aim was to promote awareness about the importance of caring for seniors, preventing health problems, and supporting their right to healthcare, social, and psychological care.
The activities included educational and awareness sessions for citizens, focusing on senior health and care. In schools, awareness sessions were held on the role of grandchildren in caring for grandparents, aiming to instill values of respect, appreciation, and care for seniors among young people and strengthen intergenerational bonds and solidarity.
Various basic health centers in Jebiniana, including Jebiniana, Oulad Youssef, Al-Louza, Al-Hazek, and Biltch, hosted awareness sessions on the family's role in caring for seniors, emphasizing that caring for seniors is a right and a duty. The sessions also focused on the importance of safe medication use among seniors, oral and dental health, and proper nutrition.
To bring healthcare services closer to seniors, the health department organized field visits and home clinics for seniors facing health problems or mobility difficulties. Medical check-ups and follow-ups were conducted, contributing to preventing complications and improving care.
The activities aimed to promote a culture of respect and care for seniors, highlighting the importance of their role in society. The Tunisian Association for Aging (ATUGER) played a significant role in organizing these activities, demonstrating its commitment to supporting seniors and promoting their well-being.
World Seniors' Day is an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges faced by seniors and to promote their rights and needs. The activities in Jebiniana reflect the efforts made by the Tunisian authorities to support seniors and improve their quality of life.
The health department in Jebiniana is committed to continuing its efforts to support seniors and provide them with necessary healthcare services. The activities organized on World Seniors' Day are a testament to this commitment, and efforts will continue to be made to promote awareness and support for seniors in the region.
Key points
- The health department in Jebiniana organized health and awareness activities for seniors and their families on World Seniors' Day.
- The activities aimed to promote awareness about the importance of caring for seniors and preventing health problems.
- The Tunisian Association for Aging (ATUGER) partnered with the health department to organize the activities.
