Hue is home to around 210,000 seniors, including more than 7,780 in Kim Long Ward. Every morning, many gather at the local cultural house for gentle exercise and time together.
Le Thi Thuy, a resident in Kim Long Ward, Hue City, said: "Doing exercise together like this is fun, and it helps us feel healthier too."
Beyond morning exercise, the local Association of the Elderly regularly brings members together, giving them a chance to talk, share, and support one another.
Do Thi Thanh Minh, a resident in Kim Long Ward, Hue City, said: "When we meet, we talk and share things with one another. It makes us feel happier, and there's always plenty to talk about."
For many here, ageing well is also about maintaining close ties with family and neighbours. Gardening, sharing tea, and spending time with friends remain part of everyday life in Kim Long.
Le Van The, a resident in Kim Long Ward, Hue City, said: "Apart from family, our relationships with neighbours are very important. We often meet for tea, talk, and work in our gardens."
Ho Van Hai, a resident of Hue City Association of the Elderly, said: "Older people across Hue City are generally well cared for, and they continue to contribute to activities across the city."
These simple routines are about more than staying healthy.
They help preserve family traditions, strengthen neighbourly bonds and pass a sense of community from one generation to the next./.
