The Nonhyeon 1-dong Community Service Center in Namdong-gu, Incheon, hosted a ‘Healthy Summer Samgyetang Sharing Event’ on the 25th in collaboration with the Saemaul Women’s Association and the Local Social Security Council. More than 150 elderly residents from senior centers and community members gathered in the main hall of the Community Service Center to share samgyetang and side dishes, while packaged samgyetang was hand-delivered to 230 vulnerable households, including elderly individuals living alone who have difficulty getting around.
 [코리안투데이] Approximately 150 elderly residents and community members share samgyetang at the main hall of the Nonhyeon 1-dong Community Service Center in Namdong-gu, Incheon. © 김현수 기자 |
Nonhyeon 1-dong Samgyetang Sharing Event Made Possible by Sorae Credit Union and Inju Saemaul Geumgo
The event was organized ahead of the peak summer heat season to help elderly and vulnerable residents stay healthy through the summer months. It was made possible through sponsorship from Sorae Credit Union (소래신협), Inju Saemaul Geumgo (인주새마을금고), and Saengsaengchan Co. (㈜생생찬).
Members of the Nonhyeon 1-dong Saemaul Women’s Association spent several days before the event hand-preparing side dishes, including jjanji (짠지) and oiji (오이지). The homemade accompaniments served alongside the samgyetang were widely praised for adding deeper meaning to the spirit of sharing.
 [코리안투데이] Members of the Nonhyeon 1-dong Saemaul Women’s Association prepare homemade side dishes — including jjanji (짠지, salted radish) and oiji (오이지, cucumber pickles) — fermented over several days ahead of the event. © 김현수 기자 |
Packaged Meals Delivered to 230 Vulnerable Households — Welfare Checks Included for Elderly Living Alone
Separately from the on-site event, packaged samgyetang was delivered to 230 vulnerable households — including elderly individuals living alone who have difficulty getting around and those facing economic hardship — with staff also checking in on their well-being during each visit.
Saemaul Women’s Association President Choi Young-ae said, ‘As the hot summer approaches, we poured our hearts into preparing this with our members, hoping it would offer even a small measure of strength to our elderly neighbors and those in need.’ She added, ‘We will continue to carry out sharing activities alongside our community going forward.’
 [코리안투데이] Community Service Center staff visit the homes of elderly residents living alone who have difficulty getting around, delivering packaged samgyetang. © 김현수 기자 |
Nonhyeon 1-dong to Sustain Resident-Centered Community Through Seasonal Welfare Programs
Nonhyeon 1-dong Chief Lee In-hee stated, ‘I am deeply grateful to Sorae Credit Union, Inju Saemaul Geumgo, and Saengsaengchan Co. for joining us in this warm act of giving, and I extend my sincere thanks to the members of the Saemaul Women’s Association and the Local Social Security Council for their dedication in organizing and running the event.’ She added, ‘We will continue to do our utmost to build a Nonhyeon 1-dong where all residents look out for one another and thrive together.’
Nonhyeon 1-dong plans to continue building a warm, resident-centered community through seasonal welfare programs and a variety of sharing initiatives.
[ Reporter Kim Hyun-soo ] incheoneast@thekoreantoday.com
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