{"id":272,"date":"2024-03-15T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seasiaonline.com\/?p=272"},"modified":"2024-06-30T22:33:13","modified_gmt":"2024-06-30T13:33:13","slug":"transforming-our-sweat-into-smiles-donating-towels-from-our-workouts-to-my-aged-care%e3%80%90fitokio%e3%80%91","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seasiaonline.com\/?p=272","title":{"rendered":"Transforming Our Sweat into Smiles: Donating Towels from Our Workouts to My Aged Care\u3010FITOKIO\u3011"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>FITOKIO is a fitness studio in Bangsar that offers personal training and group classes.<br \/>\nHowever, we embarked on an unexpected collaboration with an elder care facility.<br \/>\nAt the end of February, the staff of FITOKIO visited My Aged Care in PJ Old Town to donate the towels we typically use at our studio. <\/p>\n<p>What began as a simple idea to repurpose our old towels turned out to be a heartwarming experience, as we witnessed the joy and gratitude within our community.<\/p>\n<h2>About My Aged Care<\/h2>\n<p>My Aged Care is a nursing and retirement home for the elderly, catering to individuals with a range of conditions, from fully mobile to critical cases. <\/p>\n<p>Staffed by dedicated caregivers and in-house doctors, the facility ensures round-the-clock care, even having an ambulance on standby for emergencies. <\/p>\n<p>Residents receive six meals daily, and there are fewer restrictions on their activities, prioritizing their mental well-being. With four branches in total, each home accommodates around 25 residents or patients.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%\" src=\"https:\/\/vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/production\/4d6de3b529098147a78d1d3fd2a08c1d10cc2d5efb76e2492e7e7db75f04baff\/DSC01704.JPG\" alt=\"Image\" \/><\/p>\n<p> During our visit to the PJ branch, we had the opportunity to meet the residents during their teatime and personally deliver our donated towels.<\/p>\n<p>Interacting with the residents was a touching experience. We shared stories, laughter, and genuine connections, witnessing the impact of our gesture firsthand. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%\" src=\"https:\/\/vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/production\/08ec5a086b6762205b04ad90d4ac9ae9ecd715f8a8895937a5bda00c868b6ca2\/DSC01665.JPG\" alt=\"Image\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Many expressed gratitude for the simple act of kindness, emphasizing how it brightened their day. My Aged Care&#8217;s General Manager, Ms. Lisa, aptly described the facility with three words: <b>Love, Compassion, and Care.<\/b> <\/p>\n<p>These words epitomize the ethos of My Aged Care, reflecting their unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of the elderly.<\/p>\n<p>Reflecting on our visit, it&#8217;s evident that initiatives like this, where communities unite to support one another, hold immense significance. <\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%;height: 100%;padding: 16px\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Transforming Our Sweat into Smiles: Interview with My Aged Care\u3010FITOKIO\u3011\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/smPhH3ybhag?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Our mission<\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s not just about donating; it&#8217;s about fostering connections and spreading positivity. As a fitness studio, our mission extends beyond physical health to encompass mental well-being. This initiative allowed us to bring positivity beyond our gym walls, making a meaningful impact on both the recipients and ourselves.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%\" src=\"https:\/\/vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/production\/6b13e89712eeef3223f69ef6e20bf524fc0e588ccf61e9cf4779329db7d82d3a\/DSC01696.JPG\" alt=\"Image\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, our partnership with My Aged Care underscores the power of collective action and the importance of caring for our community members, particularly those who may be more vulnerable. <\/p>\n<p>We remain committed to seeking out opportunities to make a positive difference and nurture a sense of belonging for all.<\/p>\n<p>.<\/p>\n<p>My Aged Care: https:\/\/linktr.ee\/myagedcare<\/p>\n<p>Ms. Lisa (GM): +60 17-851 7500<\/p>\n<p>Writer: Zoe Horikawa<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%\" src=\"https:\/\/vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/production\/0d80a3b76a603fa1cf709b493222bac2d1e8f9da317a7b5af5f09e74780ff393\/ft%20bw%20simple%20logo-02.png\" alt=\"Image\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FITOKIO is a fitness studio in Bangsar that offers personal training and group classes. 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