It is only 6 days to go until our Age of Wisdom Conference on 21st June. We are totally delighted with our line up of speakers and workshop facilitators - all experts in this field. ageingwellbh.org/age-of-wisdom/ #ageingwell #ageofwisdomconf

We had such a fantastic day yesterday at our Age of Wisdom conference, it was an inspiring day and I'll tweet more detail today #ageofwisdomconf #ageingwell

We were delighted to have Bella Sankey open our Age of Wisdom conference yesterday. She is proud to have an age diverse council (from 19-83) and anti ageism is a priority #ageofwisdomconf #ageingwell

First of speakers was Hannah J Swift of University of Kent who spoke about the risks of ageism to wellbeing, in the workplace, in health and social care and in relationships. We don't even need to believe the stereotype for it to affect us! #ageofwisdomconf #ageingwell

At our Age of Wisdom conference Dr Hannah Swift @hanahswift was so knowledgeable, funny and engaging. Questions she raised were - what age is old age? I am moving to Greece who let old age start at 68. In the UK it is considered to be a mere 59! #ageofwisdomconf #ageingwell

Al Deakin of Space Doctors spoke at our Age of Wisdom Conference yesterday and gave some great tips about what to do and what not to do when portraying older age - definitely no 'into the light' images - what that over lit image #ageofwisdomconf #ageingwell

Elizabeth Griffin of Leeds Older People's Forum shared ideas and learning at our Age of Wisdom conference. Leeds have a collaboration and co-production model that really works for their Age and Dementia Friendly City. A big thank you from the Ageing Well partnership in Brighton #ageofwisdomconf

We had a high energy wake up session after lunch with Dave Lynn at our Age of Wisdom Conference yesterday. In full & beautiful drag we were treated to songs and reflections on ageing (& a few rude jokes) from UK's oldest working drag queen. Definitely woke us @ageofwisdomconf

Mo Kanjilal of Watch This Sp_ce ran a workshop at our Age of Wisdom Conference to get us really thinking about inclusion and benefits of diversity of age in our workplaces? How well are you doing? Take her quiz watchthisspace.uk/unlock-your-te… #ageofwisdomconf #ageingwell

As part of Malnutrition Awareness Week 2023 #UKMAW2023 , Ageing Well B&H have created online training videos hosted by B&H Food Partnership #GoldFoodCity and Impact Initiatives. Providing information on undernutrition awareness when speaking with older individuals and signposting ageingwellbh.org/resources/

Here is a video created by Impact Initiatives & B&H Food Partnership #GoldFoodCity as part of Ageing Well B&H about Simple Supermarket Swaps for older adults at risk of undernourishment. Easy ways to incorporate more calories & protein day to day without increasing the portion size for small appetites.

Today is... Drumroll please 🥁 … #MalnutritionMonday! That means we're sharing our top tips to help you stay well in the winter months. ❄️ Winter Eating Top Tip #1: Hydrate with sips and soups. #malnutritionTF pic.x.com/aQNZMFKV6s

Older people run the risk of undernourishment. There are many reasons for this from mobility (getting to the shops or moving around the kitchen) to loss of appetite and low motivation. Adding in ingredients to fortify your diet can help, see the below post #malnutritionmonday

Final preparations are underway for next weeks Sold Out Conference. #AgeofEngagement will bring together thought leaders, policy makers & older people - with a clear focus on how we thrive together by involving older people and in shaping services #ageingwell #brightonandhove

Ann Hemingway is one of our key speakers this week at the Age of Engagement conference. Professor of Public Health & Wellbeing at Bournemouth Uni Anne will look at significance of engagement w/ insights from the SAIL Staying Active & Independent for Longer project. #ageingwell

Welcoming Dr Theo Fotis, Reader at the School of Sport & Health Sciences from the University of Brighton, whom we are delighted will be joining our Age of Engagement Conference this Thursday. #ageingwell #ageingwellconf #ageofengagementconf #brighton #uniofbrighton

Our Lived Experience Advisory Group have been busy selecting images for tomorrow's Sold Out Age of Engagement Conference. #ageingwell #ageofengagementconf #brightonandhove

We look forward to welcoming Jo Stapleton, alongside Jennie Shrewsbury, from the Good Mentors Project tomorrow at the Age of Engagement Conference. Jo and Jennie will unveil insights from their extensive experience with the 7-year Ageing Better Programme. #ageingwell #brighton

Are you at The Age of Engagement Conference? Our Rapid Knowledge Mobilisation Lead is there running a workshop about Wellbeing for Older Adults. Skin health is part of healthy ageing. Seek out Fiona to help ensure we give a voice to older people with eczema. #ageofengagementconf

Professor Ann Hemingway, delivering an engaging and accessible lecture on her studies around ageing well, with insights from the Netherlands, Belgium, France & the UK. Learning about what community social spaces mean in terms of connection for all #ageingwell #brightonandhove