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Generations of Love_ Family Painting Booth
Sunway Sanctuary and Sunway University’s Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences’ School of Psychology collaborated to present the “Breakfast & Chill: Talk Stress Away in the Park” community wellness programme held at Persiaran Wawasan, Taman Wawasan, Puchong, Selangor. Supported by Majlis Bandaraya Subang Jaya (MBSJ) , Board of Counsellors Malaysia, and RE: Life Mental Health Clinic, the initiative brought together older adults, families, students, healthcare professionals, and community members to promote active ageing, preventive healthcare, mental wellness, and holistic well -being.
The programme featured a welcome address by Yang Berusaha Professor Kavita Reginald, Deputy Dean (Employability and Alumni), Faculty of Medical & Life Sciences, Sunway University, followed by welcome remarks and an officiating speech by Yang Berusaha Encik Zaidi bin Ko rib, Senior Executive Officer, Board of Counsellors Malaysia . The initiative reflects Sunway Sanctuary’s continued commitment to promoting active ageing and holistic wellness through accessible community -based programmes that encourage meaningful connections, health awareness, and lifelong learning.
The initiative reflects Sunway Sanctuary’s continued commitment to promoting active ageing and holistic wellness through accessible community-based programmes that encourage meaningful connections, health awareness, and lifelong learning. The collaboration also highlights the strength of the Sunway ecosystem by bringing together expertise across healthcare, education, and community engagement. Through the collaboration between Sunway Sanctuary, Sunway Home Healthcare, and Sunway University, the programme demonstrated a holistic approach towards wellness promotion, preventive health awareness, and lifelong learning, creating opportunities for different generations to connect and learn from one another.
As a mission driven, 5th generation university, Sunway University is committed to nurturing a generation of leaders who are passionate about serving their communities and driven to create a lasting positive impact on society. Through participation in community outreach initiatives such as this, School of Psychology students gained valuable experiential learning opportunities while contributing to mental health advocacy and community wellbeing.
“At Sunway Sanctuary, we believe that healthy ageing is nurtured through meaningful social connections, lifelong learning, and proactive wellness. Through our collaboration with Sunway University and community partners, we are proud to create opportunities for different generations to come together, learn from one another, and build healthier communities,” said Doris Chin, General Manager of Sunway Sanctuary.
The programme aimed to promote early prevention and holistic health awareness through an accessible community wellness platform. Participants benefited from a range of activities, including a stress and sleep health talk by Dr. Ng Chin Nee, Medical Lead of Community and Transitional Care at Sunway Home Healthcare, wellness consultations, physical fitness activities, and interactive family engagement sessions. Health assessments conducted during the programme included the 1 Minute Sit to Stand Test and Functional Reach Test led by a certified physiotherapist. These assessments helped participants gain greater awareness of their physical health indicators, including exercise capacity, muscular endurance, balance, mobility, and fall risk awareness. Nutrition and lifestyle consultations by the Wellness Centre also provided personalised guidance to support healthier living habits.
The programme also demonstrated the value of intergenerational engagement by creating opportunities for older adults, students, and families to interact, exchange perspectives, and build meaningful social connections. Activities such as line dance sessions facilitated by Sunway Sanctuary’s Recreation & Leisure team and the “Generations of Love” family painting activity encouraged participants across different generations to connect, learn, and create meaningful memories together.
Additional wellness promotion booths provided participants with greater awareness of holistic care, healthy ageing, and family wellness support across different stages of life, including senior living and postnatal confinement care. These engagement activities encouraged community members to better understand available care resources, preventive health practices, and wellness support options for themselves and their families.
The initiative demonstrates Sunway Sanctuary’s ongoing efforts to promote active ageing, community inclusion, and preventive health awareness by bringing together education, healthcare, and community engagement. Through initiatives such as this, Sunway Sanctuary continues to support healthier, more connected, and enriched lifestyles for the community.
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