Communication centers of the older generation in 2026 visited more than 16.8 thousand Smolensk

More than 1,900 events were held at various venues aimed at cultural education, increasing pension, financial and digital literacy, as well as maintaining health and active longevity. Visitors to the Centers took part in educational meetings and received advice from specialists on social, legal and pension issues.

The cultural program included a visit to the Museum “Russian Antiquity”, the Gromova Tower, the historical and architectural complex “Teremok”, the Art Gallery of Smolensk, the Holy Assumption Cathedral and the Katyn Memorial. Sightseeing tours around Smolensk on a double-decker tourist bus were organized for the participants. There were also rallies dedicated to the 83rd anniversary of the liberation of Smolensk region, and laying flowers at memorable places. The Centers regularly organized thematic meetings and concerts for many significant dates, including Victory Day, Russia Day, Defender of the Fatherland Day, as well as Family, Love and Loyalty Day.

For lovers of creativity, literary and musical evenings, exhibitions and master classes were provided. In addition, yoga, neurogymnastics, chess, dance and recreational gymnastics were held on a regular basis.

Head of the SFR Branch in the Smolensk region Natalia Grishchenko noted that an important vector of work was assistance to the participants of a special military operation. This activity was attended by 625 visitors of the Centers, who woven 262 camouflage nets, made 1,761 dry shower sets and 1,676 trench candles. Also, 330 pairs of socks were connected, 20 pairs of work gloves and 10 units of reinforced tape were prepared. In addition, the participants formed 2,535 kg of food sets, sorted and packaged them, and prepared 350 meters of tapes for further weaving of networks by volunteers.

The communication center is positioned as an open platform for self-realization and active participation in public life. Each venue is equipped with comfortable recreation areas, a library, computers and special spaces for educational and creative events.