The news quickly spread throughout the commune and even reached the county seat. People praised Lin Wanqiu's family's good deed, and many media outlets rushed to interview and report on it. Facing the reporters' cameras, Lin Wanqiu remained modest and humble: "I just did what I should do. Giving back to our hometown and caring for the elderly is everyone's responsibility. I hope that through our efforts, more elderly people can enjoy their later years in peace, and that this society can be filled with more warmth and care."

During the construction of the nursing home, villagers lent a helping hand. Young people volunteered to join the construction team, helping to move materials and build structures; the elderly took on the responsibility of caring for the construction workers, bringing them water and meals daily so they could work with peace of mind. The entire village was immersed in a harmonious atmosphere of unity, cooperation, and mutual assistance.

After the Spring Festival, construction of the nursing home officially began. Bulldozers, excavators, and other heavy machinery entered the village and began leveling the land and digging the foundation on the selected site. The construction site was a scene of bustling activity, with workers performing their respective duties in an orderly manner.

Lin Wanqiu and Shen Tingzhou visited the construction site almost every day to check on the progress. Watching the foundation of the nursing home gradually take shape and the walls slowly rise, their hearts were filled with anticipation. Shen Nian'an, on the other hand, was busy procuring supplies and contacting suppliers to ensure the smooth construction of the nursing home could proceed without delay.

During this time, many elderly people also came to the construction site, their eyes filled with anticipation and hope as they looked at the nursing home under construction. They would chat with the construction team members, inquire about the progress of the construction, and offer suggestions in the hope of making the nursing home even better.

"Wanqiu, look how well this nursing home is built!" Aunt Wang held Lin Wanqiu's hand, pointed to the nursing home under construction, and said with a smile, "Once it's finished, I'm definitely going to be the first one to move in!"

"Okay, Auntie, I'll arrange your room myself." Lin Wanqiu said with a smile, "Whatever kind of room you like, I'll decorate it for you."

"No need, no need. As long as I have a place to stay and food to eat, I'll be satisfied," said Aunt Wang with a smile, her eyes full of gratitude. "Wanqiu, thank you so much!"

Looking at Granny Wang's satisfied smile, Lin Wanqiu felt a deep sense of satisfaction. She knew her efforts were worthwhile. Bringing happiness and peace to these elderly people was her greatest wish.

After six months of intensive construction, the nursing home has finally been completed. Spanning over ten acres, the two-story building has thirty rooms and can accommodate more than sixty elderly residents. The nursing home boasts a simple and elegant exterior, with white walls and red tiles, nestled among green trees and red flowers, creating a warm and refined atmosphere.

Upon entering the nursing home, the first thing that catches the eye is the spacious and bright lobby. The walls are adorned with photos of the elderly residents and their artwork, creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere. On either side of the lobby are bedrooms, each equipped with a private bathroom, air conditioning, television, and other amenities; all are clean, tidy, comfortable, and cozy.

The second floor of the nursing home houses functional areas such as a medical room, activity room, and dining room. The medical room is equipped with professional medical equipment and medical staff, providing basic medical services for the elderly. The activity room is furnished with chess and card tables, fitness equipment, and a reading corner, where the elderly can play chess, cards, exercise, and read. The dining room is clean and tidy, providing nutritious and delicious meals for the elderly every day.

The courtyard is exquisitely decorated, and the garden is filled with all kinds of flowers, trees and shrubs, evergreen all year round and blooming in three seasons; the fitness area is equipped with various fitness equipment, where the elderly can exercise; the leisure area has stone tables and benches, where the elderly can sunbathe, chat and drink tea.

On the day the nursing home was completed, the Hongqi Production Brigade held a grand opening ceremony. Leaders from the commune and the county came to offer their congratulations, and media reporters also flocked to report on the event. The entire village was immersed in a joyful atmosphere.

At the opening ceremony, Lin Wanqiu delivered a passionate speech: "Today, the Hongqi Production Brigade Nursing Home is officially open! This is the wish of our whole family and all the villagers. I hope that this nursing home can become a happy home for the elderly, allowing them to enjoy their later years in peace and feel the warmth and care of home. I also hope that through our efforts, we can encourage more people to pay attention to the cause of elderly care, care for the elderly, and make this society more warm and harmonious."

As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous applause erupted in the room. The elderly people were moved to tears, and they all expressed that they would cherish this hard-won happy life and enjoy their later years in the nursing home.

After the opening ceremony, the elderly residents moved into the nursing home one after another. Looking at the spacious and bright rooms and the clean and tidy courtyard, their faces were full of smiles. Grandma Wang and Uncle Li also moved in; they lived in the same room, waking up together every day, eating together, taking walks in the courtyard, and chatting together, leading fulfilling and happy lives.

"Wanqiu, you are such a good child!" Grandma Wang held Lin Wanqiu's hand, her eyes full of gratitude. "You built such a good nursing home for us, allowing us to enjoy our old age in peace. We really don't know how to thank you enough."

"Auntie, please don't say that," Lin Wanqiu said with a smile. "Seeing you all happy and comfortable here makes me content. If you have any needs in the future, you can tell me anytime, and I will do my best to meet them."

Shen Tingzhou and Shen Nian'an also chatted with the elderly, inquiring about their lives. Shen Nian'an even prepared some pastries and functional foods from the food shop for the elderly to try.

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