HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active and healthy lives.

We are driven by a fundamental understanding that older people have the wisdom and the personal drive to contribute to their own wellbeing and that of their families.

Our work in over 75 countries is strengthened through our global network of like-minded organisations – the only one of its kind in the world.

HelpAge is governed by a board of trustees that includes representatives of our network affiliates.

We have offices in London and Brussels, six regional centres coordinating our work in Africa, East and South Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and Eastern Europe/Central Asia, and a number of national programmes and emergency response programmes.

Our vision and mission

Our vision is of a world in which all older people can lead dignified, active, healthy and secure lives.

We work with our partners to ensure that people everywhere understand how much older people contribute to society and that they must enjoy their right to healthcare, social services and economic and physical security.

We believe age helps.

Our strategy

More information on our strategy to 2015, including our targets, measuring progress and approach to work can be downloaded here.