Warm Support for Descendants of Independence Patriots: Daegu Veterans Office Launches Housing Improvement Initiative

Sponsored by Korea Real Estate Board, Implemented by Daegu Metropolitan Self-Sufficiency Center


Minor Home Repairs, Professional Cleaning, and Safety Call Services for Safer Living

The ongoing commitment to remember the dedication of independence patriots is now being extended to practical, day-to-day support that improves the living conditions of their descendants.

On August 11, the Daegu Regional Veterans Affairs Office (headed by Kim Jongsul) held a groundbreaking ceremony for the "Moduga Jikyeodeurim" project, which aims to provide safe and comfortable housing environments for the descendants of independence patriots.

"Moduga Jikyeodeurim" is a housing environment improvement project targeting the descendants of independence patriots, sponsored by Korea Real Estate Board and carried out by Daegu Metropolitan Self-Sufficiency Center.

The project provides minor home repairs and professional cleaning services based on the unique living conditions of each household. In particular, for elderly single-person households, a safety call service is also provided to check on their well-being.

This initiative is significant not only because it addresses outdated facilities, but also because it aims to ensure that the descendants of independence patriots can live in a safer and more comfortable environment by addressing housing, safety, and daily life together.

The beneficiary of this project, Mr. Kim (aged 74), is the child of the late independence activist Kim Jungmun.

Mr. Kim expressed his gratitude, saying, "My home was dark but they replaced the lights with LED fixtures, and I was worried about insects entering through torn screens, but they fixed them so I feel relieved. They even cleaned places that are usually hard to reach, so I think I’ll be able to live much more safely and comfortably."

Korea Real Estate Board has been supporting such projects to improve the housing environments of veterans’ families since 2023. Through last year, housing improvements were provided to 155 households, and this year about 40 households are expected to benefit.

This project also stands out as a regionally coordinated veterans support initiative, combining the sponsorship of public institutions, the operational expertise of local agencies, and the role of veterans affairs offices in identifying eligible beneficiaries.

Kim Jongsul, head of the Daegu Regional Veterans Affairs Office, said, "I would like to express my deep gratitude to the Korea Real Estate Board and Daegu Metropolitan Self-Sufficiency Center for their unwavering support in improving welfare and the living conditions of our local veterans’ families. Moving forward, we will continue working with the community to repay the sacrifices and dedication made for the country."

This "Moduga Jikyeodeurim" initiative is noteworthy because the respect for independence patriots and their descendants goes beyond commemorations or tributes and is expanding into practical, daily-focused veterans’ support that addresses real-life inconveniences and enhances living environments.

Daegu Regional Veterans Office is holding a groundbreaking ceremony for the housing environment improvement project "ModuGa Jijukdeulim" ahead of Liberation Day.

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