Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the current status and use of Gyungrodang located
in Heungeop-myeon, Wonju-si and to present improvement and implication for community care in
rural area. Methods: The survey of the current status was conducted with interview and observations.
The use status of Gyungrodang was surveyed for the elderly over 65 years old who live in
Heungeop-myeon using questionnaire. A face-to-face interview was conducted to complete a
questionnaire and 181 samples were collected for the study. Results: In the current status, some of the
Gyungrodang did not operate during farming season. The external environment, in terms of
accessibility, 74.2% of Gyungrodang were located more than 60 minutes on foot from community
center, health post, and pharmacy. In addition, the interval between buses run minimum 15 minutes
to 120 minutes on average. The internal structure, 35.7% was divided room and toilets. In the use
status, the reason for non-use of the Gyungrodang was discomfort(29.0%), and the reason for using
was because friends go to the Gyungrodang(44.6%). The most satisfying program was te health care
program(65.6%). Implications: First, it is necessary to develop and operate customized health
promotion program for target population and seasons. Second, it is necessary to make a plan focused
on consumers’ needs through satisfaction and demand survey. Third, it is necessary to divide the space
of each Gyungrodang by gender when planning the expansion or new construction of Gyungrodang.
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