Ghajnsielem village is about to become part of the `School Grannies Project,” which was first announced for the locality in November [1].
The Active Ageing and Community Care in collaboration with Ghajnsielem Local Council and the Ghajnsielem Community Policing have now launched a call for retired individuals to volunteer as school grannies in the locality.
The responsibilities of the School Grannies include being present near the school premises to accompany children during their entry and exit every morning and afternoon, following a schedule prepared by the Local Council.
The Ghajnsielem Local Council explained that, in collaboration with the police, they w also play a role in managing and regulating traffic and ensuring the safe crossing of children.
This initiative is to motivate older individuals, including those who may be retired or have reduced family responsibilities, to remain actively engaged within the community, all while fostering meaningful intergenerational connections.
The chosen individuals will have to attend training as directed by Active Ageing and Community Care, together with the local council and will work for 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon on school days only.
Interested individuals should collect a form from the Ghajnsielem Local Council office and submit by not later than Monday, the 29th of January.