The “School of Health” project is created to support elderly people over the age of 50 in matters related to health and age-related changes.
Project Description:
The project has been active since 2016. Within the project, elderly beneficiaries receive information on the prevention of various diseases and ways to maintain health. Mini-classes, educational sessions with health professionals, and on-site events are organized for this purpose. During the pandemic, the project was conducted online, which was positively received by the participants.
Project Goals:
- Increase awareness among the target audience about ways to maintain health and proper nutrition
- Develop and implement healthy habits in the lives of elderly people
- Improve the physical and psychological health of elderly people
- Socialize elderly people
- Maintain connections within the community
Role of Volunteers:
- Announce upcoming events
- Invite speakers
- Conduct sessions with elderly people
- Provide technical support during online events
- Maintain a comfortable atmosphere during events
- Gather and prepare necessary materials for sessions
- Maintain feedback with project participants
Project Results:
- Improved health levels among elderly people
- Educated the target audience on ways to maintain health
- Socialized elderly people
- Created a sustainable platform designed to help find answers to any health-related questions