News
October 2007
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generationXperience UK Older People’s Day will be taking place on Monday 1 October. The day is a chance to celebrate the achievements of older people and the huge contribution they make to society, while at the same time tackling outdated stereotypes and affirming a positive view of later life.
Care Services Minister Ivan Lewis said: “The UK’s over 50s now have greater opportunities to lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives than ever before.”
Activities currently being developed for 1 October include:
- regional music, dance and art events
- new research on the attitudes and ambitions of the over 50s
- launch of Department of Health’s Keep Warm Keep Well campaign
- Help the Aged community heroes awards
- new research from Jobcentre Plus on attitudes to older people in the workplace