Khanh Hoa Nursing Home under the Khanh Hoa Nursing Center at 3 Thuy Xuong, Nha Trang City, offers care and support to the aged...
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| On national holidays, all old people at Khanh Hoa Nursing Home are offered gifts and visits from provincial leaders. |
Mr. Le Khac Lang, Vice Director of Khanh Hoa Nursing Center for people with meritorious services to the revolution, said, “Life varies from person to person here, but what they have in common is that they have donated all their life to the nation for the national independence and freedom.
Therefore, younger generations are must be grateful and responsible for compensating for the elderly’s devotion."
At present, the nursing home is taking care of 19 old people aged from 66 to 92. 92 year-old Le Bong said, “I have been here for 7 years. The staff here is very enthusiastic and patient. It’s just like a home in the warmth of family and friends, which have filled my life with companionship and meaning, and kept me involved socially.”
In spite of old age, the man has a sound mind. Every day, he reads newspapers and watches news on television. He also does relaxation exercises 5 hours a day to keep healthy and active.
“I am very happy staying here. I meet a lot of my old friends. We can share happiness together. The social involvement can help combat loneliness and depression and keep me active physically.
Particularly, we receive gifts and visits from provincial leaders and many organizations and enterprises on national days. We also have chances to visit many historical sites and tourist attractions in Khanh Hoa Province,” added Hoang Thi Dung, a 64- year-old woman.
The center has been provided support from Khanh Hoa Provincial Party Committee, People’s Committee and leaders of the Department of Labor, Invalids & Social Affairs together with many local organizations and companies, including Khanh Hoa Lottery Company, Tam Huong Joint Stock Company and Khanh Hoa General Hospital.
However, more physiotherapy devices and funding are required for better services. In spite of the difficulty, the center is committed to providing great care and support for healthy living in old age.
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