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Tackling hunger in old age
By Sylvia Beales, Posted 16 February 2011 See more by this blogger
Why are so many older women and men going hungry? Older people are key producers and providers of food. Both older women and men work on the land. A high proportion of small farmers in developing countries are older... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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Jamaica and Moldova unite to support grandparents
By Tatiana Sorocan, Posted 27 November 2010 See more by this blogger
This November, HelpAge in Moldova and its partner Second Breath hosted Julian Mckoy, from HelpAge in Jamaica and Venesse Morrison from the Jamaican organisation, Hope for Children Development Company. At first glance, you might think that Moldova and Jamaica... Keep reading
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Age Demands Action: Older people's hopes for the future of Kyrgyzstan
By Zinaida Zajigaeva, Posted 21 October 2010 See more by this blogger
Life in Kyrgyzstan Lack of confidence in tomorrow still remains. Living standards have gotten worse due to a sharp rise in prices of main food items because there is no price regulation. Medicine is no longer available for older... Keep reading
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Older people: Survivors, protectors, leaders, peacemakers
By Sarah Packwood, Posted 21 October 2010 See more by this blogger
I read with relief and joy that the aidworker, Frans Barnard, working for Save the Children, has been freed by Somali gunmen. Two things immediately struck me from the article "Somali gunmen release British hostage" by Mustafa Haji Abdinur... Keep reading (3 Comments)
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Keeping warm in Kyrgyzstan
By Emily Snowden, Posted 19 October 2010 See more by this blogger
In preparation for visiting Kyrgyzstan I had read about HelpAge International's work in the area, especially in reference to how older people survive the harsh winters and have to burn cow dung as fuel. No fuel, no heat When... Keep reading
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