Shincheonji Volunteer Group Seongnam Branch Holds Summer Volunteer Service for Seniors
The Seongnam Branch of the Shincheonji Volunteer Group visited a local nursing home to provide summer volunteer services for seniors. On August 7 and 12, they organized a program called “Youth Festival,” which included hairdressing services and a trot music performance, at a nursing home in Dochon-dong, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam. The event was warmly received, offering not only practical support but also emotional comfort and joy to the elderly residents.
This volunteer service was carefully tailored based on the needs heard directly from the field. During prior visits, the Seongnam branch identified that many seniors had difficulty accessing grooming services due to mobility challenges in the hot summer months. In response, they prepared hairdressing support along with performances to bring laughter and energy. The volunteers’ thoughtful preparation provided significant comfort and joy to the elderly.
The volunteer site was filled with warmth and touching moments. Seniors who had their hair neatly trimmed for the first time in a while expressed their gratitude with bright smiles. One centenarian remarked, “Even the sound of the scissors felt different,” showing joy in the experience. A 97-year-old senior even went on stage to sing, while others joined in dancing, creating a lively and heartwarming atmosphere.
A nursing home official expressed gratitude, saying it was difficult to find grooming volunteers, and the visit from the Seongnam branch was a great help. Volunteers also shared that they themselves were deeply moved by the seniors. One volunteer said, “Seeing seniors singing and dancing joyfully even in wheelchairs was healing and inspiring for me.”
Jin Man-gi, head of the Seongnam branch, stated that “Although this was the first nursing home service, we plan to continue offering regular hairdressing support. We will plan age-specific volunteer programs so that various members of the community can benefit, and we will prepare meticulous and inclusive services.” This activity became yet another example of the warm solidarity within the community.
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