International Day of Older Persons

6a00d8345279f069e20147e1df6005970b-320wi "Although the entire world is ageing, it does not mean that we are facing a desperate situation. Instead, tons of opportunities and challenges are coming to all sectors and providing needed support and services, as well as a more age-friendly globe to welcome our own future ageing. Let's welcome and prepare for our continued ageing!"    Timothy Ma  

Timothy Ma, Executive Director, Senior Citizen Home Safety Association (SCHSA), Hong Kong; Social Entrepreneur of the Year, Asia, 2009 

SCHSA provides elderly subscribers with 24-hour assisted emergency services as well as consulting services to families with elderly members requiring special arrangements. Social services include telephone contact and hospital/home visitations by professional social workers and trained volunteers. SCHSA also has two retail shops selling safety products for senior citizens, plus a monthly newsletter with information on daily living. Read Full Profile

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