The three-day “Caring For Carers - Join Us For A Healing Journey” by Swire Properties was held in Cityplaza last month, i.e. Carer Month. YWCA and The Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation were invited to co-organise and demonstrate the power of nature-inspired healing retreat and relaxing five-sense experience. The exhibition received an enthusiastic response and nearly 5,000 visitors, including members of organisations serving carers, were recorded during the three days.

The main exhibition area showcased the research results on nature healing sensory activities conducted by the Association and the University of Hong Kong. The study confirmed that such activities can boost carers’ mental healthiness, reduce their burden and improve overall wellbeing. A large-scale 3D forest art installation was set up at the venue, where visitors took photos. Some attendees experienced the healing power of nature by immersing themselves in the breathing and stretching exercise.

To enable the community to empathise with the carers, real life stories, either collected from the Association or the public, were presented by actor Chan Kam Hung, Sunny and his wife To Man Wai, Ada. Ms. Lui, YWCA’s service user, joined the opening ceremony to share her experience in taking care of her husband who suffered from dementia. 

Visitors left words of encouragement for the carers, and various stress-relieving workshops were set up for participants to join. Social workers from the Association answered inquiries on the spot, and introduced community services for carers in need.

It is the third consecutive year that Swire Properties had organised an exhibition promoting physical and mental health. The Association was glad to share our frontline experience and help arouse public awareness for a carer-friendly community.
 

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