2020.07.08 (Wed)
The pandemic has brought with it many unprecedented challenges, particularly for older adults. At the same time, the world is facing another opportunity for change on a scale not seen before. How do leaders address such huge challenges? What approaches will different sectors use to help different age groups, especially the elderly, to understand and adapt to this landscape of complexity? At this session, leaders from the public, business, financial and elderly care sectors will exchange ideas and strategies on rebuilding our society as we begin to transit out of crisis mode into a new normal.
The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the global population in drastic ways. Although all age groups are at risk of contracting COVID-19, older people are especially at risk due to physiological changes that come with ageing and potential underlying health conditions. Making matters worse, seniors must spend more time at home often without physical contact with family members and friends. As a result, they have a high probability of developing severe illness.
Different countries and cities are adopting innovative approaches to minimize the risk. In this webinar, panel speakers from Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Singapore, and the UK will share how their governments, NGOs, and institutions have addressed the issue and present their insights on the way forward.