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Huang Zejun, a 74-year-old former government staff member, retired in 2001 and lives alone.

"If the kids can't feel a grandmother's love, we'd like to provide love and care for them," Huang said. "Actually we warm each other's hearts by mutual company."

The team of volunteers continues to expand, said Cao Yidan, chairman of the center. As Yangshilu Primary School is planning to fully realize its after-class services on all workdays next semester, the center is seeking further cooperation with the school, families and community to achieve the goal.