The Positive Ageing Expo is happening on Friday 16th April with information and activities for older adults.
The Expo assists older people in the community to make connections with others and with organisations there to assist them.
“The Expo is a one-stop-shop for older adults retired or heading towards retirement,” says TDC’s community partnership coordinator, Gary Alsop.
First set up in 2008, the event emerged with the realisation that the number of older people in the community would increase considerably and that the associated lifestyle for many would change. It covers recreational, health and social services available in Nelson/ Tasman to make ageing a more positive experience.
The Expo provides links and connections to help alleviate elderly feeling isolated. There are many organisations for the elderly to reach out to but it’s not always obvious they exist or what they can offer to the elderly.
“Helping to make that first connection is so beneficial for the older community,” says Gary.
There will be around 70 stalls and an opportunity for a quick health check.
One of the seminars will be led by professor Merryn Gott MA (Oxon), PhD, FRSNZ. Professor Merryn is the director of Te Ārai Palliative Care and End of Life Research Group and has been conducting research with older people for over 25 years.
Age Concern will have information at the Expo about their many services, one of which is the CarFit check-up. A chance to check to make sure drivers are seated safely and comfortably in their cars.
The Positive Ageing Expo is being held at the Headingly Centre in Richmond on Friday 16th April from 10.00 am – 3.00 pm.