Governor of St. Petersburg Alexander Beglov met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss a new large-scale project called “Silver Age.”
Beglov stated that St. Petersburg is changing its approach to providing a comfortable environment for elderly citizens. The city is introducing new standards of support for the “silver” age population. Specifically, elderly residents will receive comprehensive medical and social care. Additionally, there is a focus on expanding infrastructure aimed at maintaining the health of older people.
As part of the “Silver Age” project, 18 district “silver centers” and 4 city-wide centers will be established. The plan includes updating existing facilities and constructing new ones.
These centers will serve as a “second home” for many elderly residents. They will offer opportunities for creative activities, physical fitness, and other engaging pursuits. The centers will be tailored to the preferences of the St. Petersburg community.
Engaging elderly people in sports activities is a key component of the project. Moreover, there are plans to create a system for professional retraining of older individuals within the city’s educational institutions.
St. Petersburg is one of the Russian cities where people live longer than the national average. Currently, the city is home to 28,000 residents over the age of 90, and more than 300 centenarians.
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