Our new report highlights the profound challenges older people with serious illness face amid the ongoing war and offers key recommendations to enhance their care. Learn more about the #PalliativeCare needs of #OlderPeople in #Ukraine in the full report: tinyurl.com/mwdpwcsf

Meet Wambuya Kasuva, 93, who joined HelpAge International Global Network member Kibera Day Care Centre in Nairobi in 2013. Making wooden cutlery since 1966, he found community and purpose at KDCC. "I love my craft and supporting my family. I will continue working until the last minute!"

This week, we’re drawing our inspiration from another gold medalist 🥇🇺🇸: 90-year-old swimmer Janet Rushmere. “Life begins at 80. That’s when I really started doing well in swimming. I’m having a great time.” #OlderNotOver #MondayMotivation aol.com/watch-90-old-j…

In #Ukraine, HelpAge USA supports four #CommunitySafeSpaces where older people can stay active, take classes, connect, and more. Discover incredible stories of resilience and support from some of the HelpAge Community Safe Space participants to learn more.helpageusa.org/empowering-ind…

In 🇺🇦#Ukraine, HelpAge USA supports four Community Safe Spaces where older people can stay active, take classes, connect & much more. Community Safe Spaces are empowering older adults with digital literacy, social activities & healthcare services. helpageusa.org/empowering-ind…

Adaptive and shock-responsive social protection (ASRSP) helps those at-risk cope with disasters and crises. Yet, it often overlooks older people, who are most affected. A new HelpAge International report explores how to better support older people through ASRP systems. helpageusa.org/new-report-on-…

📝🔔 New research from HelpAge International explores how the war has affected the mobility and social inclusion of older people in Ukraine. Read the full report and discover how we can rebuild a more inclusive society for older Ukrainians amidst ongoing challenges. helpageusa.org/addressing-iso…

Sneak 👀 from behind-the-scenes with CBS Mornings & @FriendshipBench’s Dr. Dixon Chibanda at our first bench at Washington Seniors Wellness Center! Our highlight: Watching Friendship Bench DC Grandparent Theresa Kelly talk about how it feels to deeply listen & empower visitors.

The United Nations has adopted a groundbreaking resolution, marking a major advance in protecting #OlderPeople’s rights globally. 🌍👏 Let’s keep the momentum & ensure their voices remain at the heart of this change. ow.ly/IiN050SXGJo #AgeWithRights #OEWGA #StopTalkingStartDrafting

In our latest report, we hear from older people & caregivers on the front lines of #palliativecare in #Ukraine. This powerful quote from a female caregiver in Lviv reflects the profound suffering caused by both illness & the ongoing conflict. Read more: tinyurl.com/ynjs6pjv

#MentalHealth therapy from Zimbabwe is being adopted in Washington. HelpAge USA is piloting the concept. 20 trained grandmas will be available at places of worship, schools and wellness centers in Washington’s low-income communities. #SDoH The Associated Press hubs.la/Q02L9b9y0

A round of 👏 for AFrontlines on being named the 2024 Hilton Foundation Humanitarian Prize Laureate! As a proud former #HiltonPrize recipient, we at HelpAge are thrilled to welcome you and are inspired by your dedication to empowering Indigenous communities in the Amazon. Congrats!

Every day, humanitarian workers like HelpAge Ukraine Project Officer Tetiana put their lives on the line to #ActforHumanity. This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we must protect those who, in the face of unimaginable danger, refuse to turn away from others in need: tinyurl.com/235nzstn

We ❤️ this new series from Melinda French Gates that embraces the power and perspective of older women in the US. An amazing example of celebrating women at every age—check it out! m.youtube.com/playlist?list=…

Many younger people with serious illnesses have been evacuated to other countries for care, while older people often remain in Ukraine, facing the combined challenges of older age, illness, displacement, & war. Learn more about their palliative care needs: tinyurl.com/ynjs6pjv

Aging poses unique challenges for women as they grow older. This article by Forbes highlights the issues facing older women and their caregivers, from financial insecurity to healthcare. Here's what we're doing to support them: tinyurl.com/4bx565fs forbes.com/sites/evaepker…

Ukraine celebrated its Independence Day on August 24 amid an escalating humanitarian crisis. To understand what it truly means today, we turned to those who have lived through the full arc of Ukraine’s modern history: its older people. Read more 👇 helpageusa.org/ukraines-older…

Meet Elpina from Nairobi, a 62-year-old with a passion for crafting. 🧶 After joining HelpAge International Global Network member KDCC, she found community and now dreams of opening her own shop. Her message? "Older people shouldn’t give up on life. Hold on, love yourself—it's not over yet!"

Our latest report, "At home, even the walls help," sheds light on the #PalliativeCare needs of #OlderPeople with serious illnesses in #Ukraine. 📝Read the full report and learn how you can help ensure older people get the care and support they deserve.helpageusa.org/helpage-report…

🎉Exciting news! HelpAge USA received a $200,000 grant from RWJF to expand our Friendship Bench DC program! Inspired by the Friendship Bench model, we are excited to grow this vital resource and help address mental health inequities in Washington, DC. 👇helpageusa.org/helpage-usa-aw…