A group of people assisted by the Social Assistance Reference Center (CRAS) of Caucaia do Alto participated, last week, in a special day of activities at Sítio Felicidade, in São Lourenço da Serra. The program brought together people of different age groups in moments of leisure, learning, contact with nature, and appreciation of memory.
The activity is part of the Felicidade Project, developed by the Jewish Beneficence Association Beit Chabad of Brazil, which serves the municipality of Cotia through a partnership focused on users assisted by the Social Assistance Reference Centers (CRAS).
The initiative aims to strengthen family and community bonds, prevent situations of social risk, and promote coexistence between generations, providing experiences that contribute to well-being and quality of life.
During the visit, participants had the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor spaces of the site, surrounded by trees and green areas. Pedal boat and mini-train rides, walks, and moments of contemplation of nature were part of the program.
More than an outing, the experience provided opportunities for interaction, exchange of stories, and memories. For many participants, contact with nature also awakened affective memories related to country life and experiences lived over the years.
Memory and healthy aging
One of the highlights of the program was the activity led by gerontologist Betina Coin and social worker Guita Rabinovici, professionals who work in the Felicidade Project.
During the meeting, topics related to the importance of memory throughout life, especially in the aging process, were addressed. Through conversations and games that stimulate vocabulary and memory, participants were invited to exercise cognitive skills in a light and relaxed manner.
According to the professionals, activities like these contribute to expanding knowledge and encouraging small changes in routine that favor healthier aging. Guita also highlighted the positive participation and involvement of the group during the dynamics.
For the CRAS team, initiatives like this show that social assistance work goes beyond the services provided at the units. External activities also represent opportunities to strengthen family and community bonds, stimulate coexistence, value life experiences, and promote citizenship and dignity.
The proposal reinforces one of the principles of the Unified Social Assistance System (SUAS): to promote social protection and create opportunities for people of different generations to coexist, share experiences, and strengthen their ties with the community.
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