Shinan County Selected as Outstanding Institution for Dementia Management Project

"Jeonnam Province Commendation"
Recognition for Customized Management System in Island Regions

Shinan County Dementia Safety Center was selected as an 'Outstanding Institution' for dementia management projects by Jeonnam Province. Photo by Shinan County

The Shinan County Dementia Safety Center was selected as an outstanding institution among 22 city and county public health centers at the '2025 Jeonnam Province Dementia Management Project Development Conference' held on November 25, receiving an institutional commendation from the Governor of Jeonnam Province.

According to the county on November 25, this evaluation comprehensively reflected early dementia screening performance, the outcomes of the public guardianship program, and the results of the Dementia Safety Center Best Practices Competition. As a result, Shinan County's dementia management system was officially recognized as the highest level in the province.

The county's Dementia Safety Center has strengthened "field-centered dementia management" by directly visiting all 14 towns and townships as well as 23 remote island health clinics, taking into account the unique characteristics of the island region. The center has actively operated dementia screening, preventive classes, and awareness improvement education. For registered dementia patients, professional staff provide one-on-one customized services through home visits or telephone consultations, which has received a positive response from residents.

Kim Hyunhee, Director of the Shinan County Public Health Center, stated, "This achievement is the result of our staff's dedicated efforts despite the challenging geographic environment," adding, "We will continue to build a more comprehensive management system to improve the quality of life for dementia patients and their families."

Going forward, the county plans to focus on expanding integrated dementia management services and creating a 'Dementia Safety Island,' accelerating efforts to establish an environment where all island residents can live without concerns about dementia.

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