Workshop 3: Maintaining Your Well-being into Elderhood

ABOUT

Ageing optimally:

We are thrilled to announce our second workshop series, "Ageing Optimally: Embracing the Journey Ahead." This series aims to empower individuals of all ages with the knowledge and tools to age well in South Africa. We believe that ageing should be a fulfilling and enriching journey for everyone, and we are here to provide you with the insights to make that possible. We encourage professionals working in elder care, care workers, older individuals, adult children with ageing parents, and mature adults entering elderhood to participate.

Workshop Three

Maintaining Your Well-being into Elderhood

Date: 31 October 2024

Presenter: Dr Rayne Stroebel

Workshop Three will explore the holistic nature of well-being in Elderhood by looking at various well-being models such as The Seven Pillars of Quality of Life, The Eden Alternative Domains of Well-Being and Whole-person Wellness. We'll discuss physical health, social connections, economic security, historical perspectives, and cultural influences on the ageing experience. Through group activities and discussions, you'll learn how to foster well-being and enrich your elderhood.

• The Role of Social Connections: Research showing the link between social interactions and improved mental and physical health in the elderly.
• Physical Health Maintenance: Strategies for maintaining mobility, managing chronic illnesses, and improving overall physical health.
• The Importance of a Supportive Environment: Creating living spaces that support ageing in place, including safety modifications and accessibility.
• Cultural Influences on Aging: How cultural heritage influences ageing and the different approaches to elder care across cultures.

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