2017 Musashino City Overview

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Setsuko NakanoMutual support in the community the Musashino way.Bringing smiles and peace of mindLemon CabA shuttle service is available to help senior citizens and persons with disabilities that have difculty using buses and other public transport to get around. Volunteers drive specially equipped light motor vehicles and offer door-to-door service.Olive Salon, an energetic gathering placeInterviewSenior citizens gather once a week to exercise to stay healthy and help prevent dementia and long term care. Under the direction of an instructor, we use balls and elastic to work out. Chatting with other participants is also lots of fun. I hope to continue enjoying the exercise and stay active. Have fun,smile and stayhealthy!A place where smiles abound in people of all ages, from babies to senior citizens.Ten Million HouseWith the help of municipal subsidies providing up to 10 million yen annually, community residents and welfare organizations effectively utilize resources such as empty homes to offer a place where senior citizens who need to be watched over and have a connection to society can casually stop by. Infants and parents can also visit, and there are facilities that provide temporary care.29