Bangkok: "Mom Korn" (Princess Korn Chakri Sirindhorn) recently campaigned in the Independence 27 area and Pho Sam Ton Market, advocating for a 'Community Volunteer' policy aimed at comprehensive care for young children, the elderly, and bedridden patients.
According to Thai News Agency, Dr. M.L. Korkasivath Kasemsri, better known as "Mom Korn," the number 1 candidate for Bangkok Governor, conducted his campaign in the Bangkok Yai district between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. His campaign began with a walk along Soi Issaraphap 27, covering Pho Sam Ton Market and nearby communities, where he distributed policy brochures and listened to the residents' concerns. The campaign concluded with a community meeting to present his policy plans.
Princess Korn highlighted that many Bangkok communities are transitioning into aging societies, with numerous families struggling to care for young children, the elderly, and bedridden patients. These groups require substantial support from both the government and the community.
To address this, Mom Rajawongse introduced the "Community Volunteer: Bangkok, a City of Mutual Support" policy. This initiative aims to foster cooperation among the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, volunteers, and community members to provide sustainable care for vulnerable populations.
The policy's key components include establishing community volunteer networks for continuous monitoring of vulnerable groups, promoting intergenerational learning spaces to support family relationships, and enhancing the care system for bedridden patients by integrating public health resources with community efforts. Moreover, a digital home visit and symptom monitoring system is set to be developed to improve patient care efficiency and alleviate caregivers' burdens.
Mom Korn emphasized the importance of community solidarity, stating, "A strong community is one where everyone takes care of each other. Young children must have opportunities for quality growth, the elderly must be valued and cared for, and bedridden patients must not be abandoned. We must create a healthcare system that reaches every home and use the power of the community as the key to driving the quality of life for people in Bangkok."