SPAOH: Senior citizens in Bukit Saban constituency now have a dedicated centre to stay active, socially connected and engaged in lifelong learning following the official opening of the Bukit Saban Senior Citizens Activity Centre (PAWE).
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said the centre reflected the government’s commitment to safeguarding the welfare of senior citizens by providing them with opportunities to lead active, healthy and meaningful lives.
He said PAWE was more than just a gathering place, as it provided a platform for senior citizens to interact, strengthen friendships and remain involved in community activities.
“The establishment of PAWE shows that we always care about the welfare of senior citizens. We want them to have a place where they can gather, participate in activities and continue interacting with the community.
“This centre must be fully utilised to ensure senior citizens remain active, healthy and enjoy a better quality of life,” he said in his Facebook post.
Uggah said this when officiating at the Bukit Saban PAWE in conjunction with the Senior Citizens Day celebration at Dewan Masyarakat Spaoh on Friday (Nov. 13).
He expressed hope that the centre would develop into one of the best PAWE facilities in Sarawak, assuring that the provision of suitable equipment would be given attention to support its activities.
“I hope Bukit Saban PAWE can become one of the best centres in Sarawak. We will ensure that appropriate facilities and equipment are provided to enable more activities to be carried out.
“What is important is that this centre remains active and benefits the senior citizens who are its members,” he said.
Established on Sept 19, 2025, Bukit Saban PAWE was officially registered with the Registrar of Societies Malaysia (ROS) before commencing operations on March 10, 2026 at Spaoh town.
The centre offers various activities, including aerobics, brisk walking, health exercises, literacy classes, basket weaving, karaoke, indoor games, dance lessons, social programmes and community gotong-royong activities.
Uggah, who is also Bukit Saban assemblyman, said the centre should be fully utilised to ensure members continued to benefit from the facilities and programmes provided.
Bukit Saban PAWE is the sixth such centre in Betong Division, after those in Betong, Debak, Pusa, Beladin and Kabong.
