Christmas presents for seniors: Tradition in the Hallein day center!

Christmas presents for seniors: Tradition in the Hallein day center!

The festive season not only brings joy, but also unforgettable moments for the older generation. In Hallein, traditions have been cultivated for almost three decades that benefit older people. Manuela Ramsauer and Günter Weiß recently presented a generous donation to the aid organization senior daily Center on Griesmeisterplatz. According to regional manager Sebastian, senior citizens can not only keep their independence here, but also take part in varied activities that are specially tailored to their needs, as he reports.

The day center offers a valuable way to establish social contacts and share knowledge. From together coffee rounds to creative workshops to memory training and walks, a colorful everyday life for the cared for 15 older people in Hallein is designed. City councilor Katharina Seywald praised the supporters and thanked them for their long -term commitment. This type of social support is crucial because digital skills for active participation in an increasingly mechanized world are essential. According to an article by Springer, it is important to bring older people closer to using new technologies, since many of them have difficulty keeping pace with the digital world.

growing importance of digital skills

In today's world, digital competence is not just a keyword, but a key to integration into an increasingly digital society. Older people in particular face the challenge of finding their way around digital offers in a sea. A new showroom for assistive technologies in Graz is described as a place where seniors have the opportunity to discover and understand digital technologies. This is a step to bridge the digital gap and promote the social participation of older people, as the article on Springer illustrates. The acceptance and the safe handling of technological aids are essential for active and healthy aging.