As part of the HelpAge Global Network, HelpAge USA advances the wellbeing and inclusion of older people around the world. We work with the news media to provide background, expert interviews, and other information and to ensure that the voices, stories, and contributions of older people are recognized and heard.
Morocco was struck with a 6.8 magnitude earthquake on Friday, September 8, with several aftershocks reported and families still trapped under rubble. The United Nations estimates that more than 300,000 people have been affected. The devastating earthquake will create huge challenges for those seeking to address the impact on the millions of survivors, and HelpAge
Older women in the U.S. are interested in receiving financial education, but there are few programs tailored to their needs, according to a new report from HelpAge USA and the University of Southern California.
New Brief Outlines How Ukraine Recovery Plan Must Consider the Needs of Older People Ukraine has the largest percentage of older people affected by conflict in the world. 90% of older people are unable to pay for basicmedical needs. The war-damaged infrastructure puts strain on a struggling health care system. The government of Ukraine and
Older Ukrainians face specific challenges as refugees in Poland, HelpAge USA said today.
The Nova Kakhovka dam breach in southern Ukraine poses a significant risk to older people, says HelpAge
Urgent action is needed on the border of South Sudan and Sudan to support a humanitarian disaster before the rainy season arrives, says HelpAge today.
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