Our 1st 100% online fundraising seminar
For the first time in 11 years, due to the Covid crisis, the fundraising seminar that usually brings together the […]
Robot pets have therapeutic benefits for older people
Robot animals were introduced in nursing homes in Japan starting in 2009 to replicate the benefits of zootherapy. Many studies […]
Christmas 2020 celebrations were source of new ideas
For this “special” Christmas 2020 because of Covid-19 and the necessary measures to protect the older adults, the organizations member […]
The vaccins are coming!
In the context where the first vaccines become available, this raises questions for our organizations about the measures to be […]
Andreea has the commitment virus!
Every year, International Volunteer Day (5 December) is an opportunity to thank and honour all the people who make our […]
Friends of the Elderly celebrate their 40th Birthday in Ireland
Friends of the Elderly bringing 40 years of service in Ireland helping their older community. Friends of the Elderly are […]
Do you know Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is a worldwide movement, which appeared in the United States in 2012. It is called the world day […]
Thanksgiving 2020 in the United States: an extraordinary celebration
This year, the American association Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly, member of the Petits Frères des Pauvres International […]
The Covid 19 crisis reveals the need to help the elderly with digital tools
The Covid crisis19 and the containment that has been put in place have led to greater isolation for those who […]
Freedom of movement in nursing homes: the testimony of the Petits Frères des Pauvres in France
The French association Petits Frères des Pauvres, concerned to be the voice of the people accompanied in nursing home and […]
October 1st, International Day of Older Persons
October 1st, International Day of Older Persons Did you know? In 1982, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Vienna […]
An International Perspective on the Health Crisis: Interview with Louise Aronson
Dr Louise Aronson is one of the most recognized geriatricians in the USA. She is the founder of the Optimization […]