For the second consecutive year, Monchique has dedicated the month of October to seniors living in the area.
The initiative by the Câmara was inspired by the European Active Ageing Movement and the programme includes a range of activities for seniors, relating to culture, health, sports and recreation.
This month’s highlights include the initiation of Senior Fitness Classes at the Santa Casa da Misericórdia and the Casa do Povo de Alferce, in addition to a new project that has been launched by students from the schools of Monchique and the local GNR, called ‘Generations of Hands’, which ensures elderly people who live alone in the town receive regular visits at home.
The month has also seen seniors take part in guided walks and swimming classes, as well as health checks for diabetes, cholesterol, high blood pressure.
Bringing the initiative to a close, a celebration will be held on Sunday (October 28) at the Senior Centre of the Municipality. The event will start at 5pm and is aimed at the 60+.
