# Elderly social support programs in Croatia and Montenegro > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/elderly-social-support-programs-in-croatia-and-montenegro > Updated: 2026-08-25T04:56:24.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Regional social initiatives in Croatia and Montenegro are expanding services to support elderly populations through various community-based programs. In Croatia, projects include the ‘Dom otvorenog srca’ (Open Heart Home) in Rugvica, which utilizes European Union funding to provide medical gymnastics, cognitive exercises, and free transportation for residents aged 65 and older. In Split, the ‘MI’ association is launching music workshops for those aged 55 and older to foster social connection. Additionally, the municipality of Bizovac is offering day care services through the ‘Zajedno brinemo o najranjivima II’ project, providing psychosocial support and creative workshops. In Montenegro, the ‘Pomoć u kući’ (Help at Home) program in Tivat has entered its twentieth year. Supported by the municipality and implemented by the Red Cross, the initiative provides geronto-helpers to assist 40 households with meal preparation, hygiene, and medical appointment transport. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Community programs launch for seniors in Split and Bizovac Community programs in Split and Bizovac, Croatia, are launching new initiatives, including music workshops and day care services, to promote social inclusion and well-being for seniors. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-programs-launch-for-seniors-in-split-and-bizovac ### 2026-08-19: Regional social programs expand support for elderly residents Regional social programs in Rugvica, Croatia, and Tivat, Montenegro, are providing expanded support and free services to elderly residents, including medical, cognitive, and domestic assistance. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/regional-social-programs-expand-support-for-elderly-residents --- Cite as: Elderly social support programs in Croatia and Montenegro. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/elderly-social-support-programs-in-croatia-and-montenegro