Abstract
The Centres for the Care of Senior Citizens were established in Greece in 1979 by private organisations under the auspices of, and with the financial support of, the Ministry of Health, Care and Social Services. The centres aim to provide the care required by senior citizens and to supply programs in collaboration and reciprocity with the wider community, including other age groups. This research is based on a review of the relevant literature, and on government information regarding these centres, their organisational structure, and their function. The results show that the services provided in these centres are important to the wellbeing of senior citizens. These services include: (a) organised recreation; (b) aid and advice regarding medical care; (c) social services; (d) physical therapy and occupational therapy; and (e) home assistance for citizens who live by themselves. The Ministry of Health, Care and Social Services is responsible for the organisation and governance of the centres and the associated programs. The centres are administered and supervised by a board of directors (the ‘Local Board’), which consists of seven members, chaired by the city mayor.
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