{"id":106275,"date":"2024-11-01T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/?p=106275"},"modified":"2024-10-31T16:32:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T05:32:18","slug":"fostering-connection-and-support-at-positive-ageing-expo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/news\/fostering-connection-and-support-at-positive-ageing-expo\/","title":{"rendered":"Fostering connection and support at positive ageing expo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>THE community celebrated positive ageing with an event at the Eastern Hub on Thursday last week.<\/p>\n<p>The Changing Mind and Positive Ageing Expo, hosted by Barwon Elder Abuse Primary Prevention (BEAPP) Network and the Dementia Agency Network Geelong (DANG), coincided with the Victorian Seniors Festival.<\/p>\n<p>BEAPP is led by the Barwon Community Legal Service, combatting elder abuse through community awareness and prevention.<\/p>\n<p>Barwon Community Legal Service&#8217;s chief executive officer Bryanna Connell said they were thrilled with the event turn out.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_30038\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-30038\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-30038\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/IMG_4303_56169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-30038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Franceska Dezelak was taking in everything the expo had to offer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The energy was incredibly positive, and it was inspiring to see such a strong turnout from the community.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The event really achieved its goal of bringing people together to celebrate positive ageing and increase awareness around elder abuse prevention.<\/p>\n<p>More than 20 stall holders participated in the expo, with a focus on healthy ageing, mental, physical, and social well-being, giving attendees access to resources and services, supporting active and connected lives.<\/p>\n<p>The expo also included guest speakers Dr Alastair Mander and geriatrician Lisa Mitchell, who discussed the latest advancements in dementia research and the influence of language on perceptions of ageing.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_30038\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-30038\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-30038\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/IMG_4289_56159.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-30038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kirsty from Mecwacare was on site with plenty of knowledge and resources for attendees.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It was clear that these discussions opened up new perspectives for people and sparked meaningful conversations about ageing,&#8221; Ms Connell said.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s hoped from the expo people felt a renewed sense of connection and empowerment from and were encouraged by the resources.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Whether they discovered new community resources, learned something new from our guest speakers or simply enjoyed the chance to connect with others, the goal was to foster a sense of belonging and support.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Ms Connell said events like the expo are essential in creating a space of social connection, key to healthy ageing and preventing isolation.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;In many ways, it&#8217;s about building a culture of respect and support around ageing, which ultimately contributes to the wellbeing and safety of adults in our region.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE community celebrated positive ageing with an event at the Eastern Hub on Thursday last week. 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