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China's amended law and what it means for older people

By Du Peng, Posted 10 January 2013 See more by this blogger

The Washington Post has recently reported on a new law in China which requires children to visit their older parents, lest they want to be sued. The article states: "A rapidly developing China is facing increasing difficulty in caring... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Rights conference: Joining efforts to promote older people’s rights

By Povilas Sigitas Krivickas, Posted 07 December 2012 See more by this blogger

Povilas Sigitas Krivickas is blogging from HelpAge's conference on older people's rights in Osnabr ck, Germany. He represents the Lithuanian Pensioners' Union "Bočiai". I'm really pleased to be at this international conference on older people's rights. The conference gives... Keep reading
Rights conference: Speaking out about older people's rights

By Thembekile Doris Hlubi, Posted 07 December 2012 See more by this blogger

Thembekile Hlubi is blogging about her experiences promoting older people's rights in South Africa from HelpAge's current conference on older people's rights in Osnabr ck Germany: My name is Thembekile and I work with the Mutande Society for the... Keep reading
Home sweet home? Maybe not...

By Luciana Caffarelli, Posted 30 November 2012 See more by this blogger

Do you remember the last time you went camping? You probably recall these typical scenarios: Rain, wearing lots of layers because of the cold, being soaked because your waterproof jacket is letting the rain in, feeling the stones and... Keep reading (1 Comment)
World AIDS Day 2012: Getting to zero – not without older people

By Rachel Albone, Posted 29 November 2012 See more by this blogger

Saturday 1 December is World AIDS Day, a day to raise awareness, celebrate the success of responding to HIV and remember those who have died as a result of AIDS. The theme this year is "Getting to Zero", in... Keep reading (3 Comments)