Gingelom Municipality Distributes Christmas Gifts to Over-80s

Annual tradition brings warmth and personal contact to combat loneliness during the winter months.

Generic image of a warm and cozy interior scene in a Flemish home during winter, with soft lighting and a small, wrapped gift on a table. The focus is on the atmosphere of care and connection.
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Generic image of a warm and cozy interior scene in a Flemish home during winter, with soft lighting and a small, wrapped gift on a table. The focus is on the atmosphere of care and connection.

The Municipality of Gingelom is once again organizing a Christmas campaign for its over-80 residents, with volunteers visiting them to deliver a gift and bring warmth and cheer during the winter period.

As the days grow shorter, Gingelom is preparing for the winter period. To bring warmth and cheer during this time, the municipality is once again organizing a Christmas campaign for its over-80 residents.
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, all residents aged 80 and over will receive a visit from a municipal volunteer to present them with a small gift. This annual tradition is more than just a symbolic gesture; it's primarily a moment for personal contact: a warm chat, a listening ear, and time for each other. The municipality aims to combat loneliness among the elderly and simultaneously address their well-being and potential needs.
A short visit can make a big difference. Stopping by, having a chat, and letting someone feel seen and appreciated: that is what this annual tradition is all about.
Are you 80 years old or older? Then you can expect a visit from a volunteer in the weeks before Christmas. If you have not received a gift by 01/01/2027, you can contact Het Park van de Vriendschap at 011 49 00 88.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Gingelom (14/10/2026)