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Supporting multigenerational households affected by migration in Kyrgyzstan

By Begaim Eralieva, Posted 04 May 2012 See more by this blogger

Much of HelpAge's work in Kyrgyzstan to support older people and their families is focused on the issue of migration. A big part of Kyrgyzstan's "middle generation" has migrated to other countries in the region, such as Russia, looking... Keep reading
Let's Make it Ageless: Solidarity between generations

By Barbara Dockalova, Posted 24 April 2012 See more by this blogger

We've all seen it in the news: younger people are getting tired of the injustice and unfairness in this world. Over the past few years since the global financial crisis, Europe has witnessed many protests, demonstrations and social unrest... Keep reading
East Africa crisis: Staying positive during hard times in Borena

By Erna Mentesnot Hintz, Posted 19 April 2012 See more by this blogger

The year began with a devastating drought for the pastoralists and farmers of the Borena zone. Thousands of families lost their livestock and their crops, and were left with deteriorating livelihoods. November 2011 brought about the much longed for... Keep reading
Campaigning for healthcare for older people in Ethiopia

By Tilahun Abebe, Posted 11 April 2012 See more by this blogger

When older people visit health clinics many say that the doctors do not really listen to them. For me it is different, they pay attention when I speak because I have a background in public health. I can challenge... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Older people lead first Age Demands Action on Health : The right medicine

By John McGeachy, Posted 02 April 2012 See more by this blogger

The pain is getting worse. You leave your home at 5am to walk to the nearest health clinic. Then you stand in a queue for more than six hours. You finally reach the front of the queue, but are... Keep reading