October 2009 IFA-FOIFA Conference on Ageing in Place and Age Friendly Cities, Akita, Japan
Throughout the world, older people overwhelmingly report their wish to grow older in their own homes and in the communities they are familiar with. The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) and the Friends of IFA in Japan (FOIFA) are therefore proud to sponsor an international meeting in Akita, Japan, that will highlight the two separated but related themes and movements that are gaining in popularity: Ageing in Place and Age Friendly communities.
Policies related to Ageing in Place and Age-friendly Commnities, a program conceived by the World Health Organization (WHO), who offer new promise to fulfilled the dreams of many people as they age: to remain in their own homes and in the communities they know, surrounded by their friends and families and supported by services and a physical environment that is appropriate to their needs and capacities.
IFA and FOIFA are proud to host NGOs, policy makers and practitioners interested in making our cities, towns and communities more responsive to the needs of older persons. The forum will provide valuable information about the aims and objective of these movements and how everyone can get involved.
We proudly welcome you to IFA's and FOIFA's first forum in Japan and to the city of Akita.
Hozumi Hisashi, President of Friends of IFA Japan (FOIFA)
Japan is next to Koreas with a low birth rate and an increase in the elderly population. In Japan, Akita is on the top list amoung the areas facing the challenges of a rapid increase in the ageing population. These challenges require great concern and immediate action to examine polices and practices as they relate to the increasing population ageing.
It is against this background that FOIFA, in partnership with IFA and in collaboration with several NGOs , has convened an International Forum on Ageing in Place and Age Friendly Cities. The forum will set a stage for many to share their experience and knowledge, as well as giving the Akita community an opportunity to better understand how to build a society where people can live a secure and independent life for as long as possible.
Plenary Panel 1: Day 1, October 9, 2009
The Important Challenges of Older Women will Create a New Society
Keiko Higuchi, Japan
President of WABAS
Abstract
Age Friendly Communities in Akita
Tsukasa Toyushima, Japan
Director, Akita Government Office of Welfare & Health
Abstract
Plenary Panel 2: Day 2, October 10,2009
The World Health Network of Age Friendly Cities
John Beard, Switzerland
Department of Ageing and Life Course, World Health Organization
Abstract
Age Friendly Cities —From a Framework of a Broader Public Health Perspective
Yasuhiro Suzuki, Japan
Ministry of Health, Labour & Welfare, Japan
Abstract • Powerpoint
Plenary Panel 3: Day 2, October 10,2009
Policies to Encourage Ageing in Place —China's Experience
Chen Chuansu, China
China National Committee on Ageing, Beijing
Abstract • Document
Cybernics-based Solutions for the Ageing Society
Yoshiyuki Sankai, Japan
Tsukuba University, Cyberdyne, Japan
Abstract
Plenary Panel 4: Day 3, October 11,2009
Evaluation of Morbidity Profile Amoung Community-Dwelling Elderly in India and Awareness Towards Usage of Assistive Devices
Alakananda Banerjee, India
Max Institute of Medical Excellence
Abstract • Powerpoint
Ageing in Place — Hong Kong at a Crossroad
Anita Wong, SAR, China
Network on Residential Service
Abstract • Powerpoint
Plenary Round Table 1: Day 2, October 10,2009
Redesigning Communities for Aged Society
Hiroko Akiyama, Japan
Institute of Gerontology, the University of Tokyo
Abstract • Powerpoint
Towards an Age Friendly Hong Kong, SAR, China
Grace Chan, Hong Kong, SAR, China
Chief Officer, Service Development(Elderly) HKCSS
Abstract • Powerpoint
Indicators for an Age Friendly Environment
John Cox, Canada
Acting Director, Public Health Agency of Canada
Abstract • Powerpoint
Measuring for Indicators of an Age Friendly Environment: AARP's Approach to Liveable Communities and "Complete Street" Initiatives
Edward B. Johns
Associate Director of International Affairs / Livable Communities and Director of Asia Affairs at AARP
Abstract • Powerpoint
Plenary Round Table 2: Day 3, October 11,2009
Models for Financing Long-Term Care — The International Experience
Dalmer Hoskins, United States
Special Advisor to the US Social Security Administration (SSA)
Abstract • Powerpoint
Data, Tools and Methodological Approaches to Facilite the Study and Application of Gerontological Information Technology
James W. McNally, United States
National Archive of Computerized Data on Ageing
Abstract • Powerpoint
Ageing in Place: The Road Beyond
Graeme Bruce Prior, Australia
Hall and Prior Aged Care, Australia
Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 1A-G1: Day 1, October 9,2009
Engaging the Community for Aged Care — The Hong Kong Perspective
Alfred Cheung-ming CHAN, Hong Kong, SAR, China
Asia Pacific Institute of Ageing Studies, Lingnan University
Also Vice Chair, Elderly Commission, HK
Abstract
Ageing in Place in a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC)
Ms. Irene Hoskins, United States
President of the International Federation on Ageing (IFA)
Abstract • Powerpoint
Ageing in Elder-Friendly Places —Achievable Goal
James T. Sykes, United States
University of Wisconsin's Department of Population Health Sciences
Abstract
Concurrent Session 1A-G2: Day 1, October 9,2009
Age Friendly Neighborhoods in Hong Kong and Korea
Eunju Hwang, Hong Kong, SAR, China
Simon Fraser University, Gerontology
Abstract • Powerpoint
Lifetime Neighbours or Retirement Villages
Joe Oldman, United Kingdom
Age Concern & Help the Aged
Abstract • Powerpoint
People Are All About Building a Livable Society
Chigua Sasao, Japan
coco laboratory
Abstract
Partnership with the Community in Serving the Needy Elderly in a Remote Fishing Village — Experience of Caritas Lung Tin Home at Tai O
Eva Fung Yee Wong, Hong Kong, SAR, China
Caritas Hong Hong-Caritas Lung Tin Home
Abstract • Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 1B-G1: Day 1, October 9,2009
Use of the WHO Age Friendly Cities Guide and Checklist by Victorian Municipalities
Jan Bruce, Australia
JAN BRUCE and ASSOCIATES PTY LTD
Abstract • Document
Developing Age Friendly Communities — People, Process and Planning Progress in a New Zealand Beachside Community
Carol Gordon, New Zealand
C.G. Consulting
Abstract • Powerpoint
AFC Practical Experience of Shonai Health Cooperative, Yamagata, Japan
Hiromichi Matsumoto, Japan
Shonai Medical Cooperative
Abstract • Powerpoint
Ireland's Age Friendly Community Program
Anne Connolly, Ireland
Ageing Well Network
Abstract • Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 1B-G2: Day 1, October 9,2009
Embedding Age-Friendliness in County Development — The First Case Study in Ireland
Rod Bond
Netwell Centre, Regional Development Centre
Abstract • Powerpoint
Application of "Age Friendly Environment" in Hong Kong — Experience of Caritas Services for the Elderly
Shirley Tak Ka Chan, Hong Kong, SAR, China
The Hong Kong Council of Social Services (Caritas Hong Kong)
Abstract • Powerpoint
Age Friendly City — a Perspective from older people in Shanghai
Vivian W.Q. Lou, Hong Kong SAR, China
The University of Hong Kong, Department of Socal Work and Social Administration, Sau Po Centre on Ageing
Abstract • Powerpoint
Framework and Action Plan of AFC/AFPHC in Japan from Health Cooperative Point of View
Eisaku Yamada, Japan
Health Co-operative of JCCU
Abstract • Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 1C-G1: Day 1, October 9,2009
Assistive and Enabling Technology Needs of Elderly People in India — The Initiatives and Issues
Vikas C. Goyal, India
Department of Science and Technology
Abstract
European Strategy in Information and Communications Technologies for Ageing Well
Peter Wintlev-Jensen, Belgium
European Commission
Powerpoint
The CAPSIL Project — Creating a Requirements-Driven Strategy for ICT and Ageing Across Japan, the EU, and the US.
Benjamin Knapp, United Kingdom
Queen's University
Abstract • Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 1C-G2: Day 1, October 9,2009
A Study of the Influence of Recreational Physical Environment on the Elder in China
Ching Li, China
Graduate Institute of Sports and Leisure Management, NTNU
Abstract • Powerpoint
Art Diversium — Art Bridges Society and Facility
Natsuka Okamoto, Japan
Arts Consulting Firm CO, LTD
Abstract • Powerpoint
Joining Music Activity to Increase Sense of Well Being among Senior Citizens (Case Studies of Senior Citizens)
Monti Prawiratirta Satiadarma, Indonesia
Tarumanagara University, Department of Psychology
Abstract • Powerpoint
Fostering Positive Images of Ageing in China — A Case Study in Wuhan
Bai Xue, Hong Kong, SAR, China
Department of Social Work and Social Administration, University of Hong Kong
Abstract • Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 2A: Day 2, October 10,2009
A Pilot Project — Home Safety Program to Facilitate Ageing in Place for Elderly Residing within the Local Housing Estates in Hong Kong
Kenneth Au-Yeung, Hong Kong, SAR, China
Hong Kong Housing Society Elderly Resources Centre
Abstract • Powerpoint
Activity of 'ZERODATE' and Young Persons in Ageing Society and Possibility of Regional Reproduction
Takuma Ishiyama, Japan
Project Leader, "ZERODATE" art project
Abstract • Powerpoint
Holistic and User-Friendly Fall Prevention at Community Level — A Case Illustration in District Elderly Community
Kam Lee Lam, Hong Kong, SAR, China
HKCSS, Evangelical Lutheran Church Hong Kong Social Service
Abstract • Powerpoint
Community-Oriented Care Services in Okinawa, Japan — from the Viewpoint of User, Family and Community
Atsushi Nishio, Japan
Okinawa University
Abstract • Document • Powerpoint
No Fall Community — Fall Prevention Project
Katherine K.L. Wong, Hong Kong, SAR, China
The Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council
Abstract • Powerpoint
Palliative Care for the Ageing Group in China
Xi Zhang, China
Wuhan University
Abstract • Document • Powerpoint
Concurrent Session 2B: Day 2, October 10,2009
About the Project of 'Station of Health' in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture
Hironori Ganpo
Yokote City Welfare Environment Division
Abstract • Powerpoint
Positive Ageing in Local Communities in Victoria, Australia
Sue Hendy, Australia
Council on Ageing Victoria
Abstract • Powerpoint
Showing a 'Big Picture' of What Other Countries are Doing — A Cross -cultural Study of Informal Care Policies Across Asia Pacific Countries
Miho Iwakuma, Japan
Kyoto University
Abstract • Document • Powerpoint
Improvement Policies for the Ageing in Vietnam
Lan Nguyen Thi, Vietnam
Vietnam National Committee on Ageing
Document
The Role of AGE-Platform in Promoting Ageing in the Community
Elizabeth Mestheneos, Greece
AGE — the European Older Person's Platform
Abstract • Powerpoint
People Including Seniors — Friendly City Planning in Akita
Shohei Sakata, Japan
Urban Improvement Division, Akita City
Abstract
Concurrent Session 2C: Day 2, October 10,2009
Ageing Well Among People
Jan Lorman, Czech Republic
Zivot 90 & IFA Director
Abstract • Powerpoint
Everything Needs Cooperation of the Local Residents
Sosumu Ochi, Japan
Chief Editorial Writer, Sakigakeshinpou
Abstract
1) The Situation of an Elderly Person Living in Japan
2) The Emergency Medical Kit System in Minato-Ku
Takiko Okamoto, Japan
Meiji Gakuin University
Abstract 1 • Powerpoint 1 • Abstract_2 • Powerpoint 2
Ageing Grandparents vs. Social Work Services in Tehran — A Sociological Appraisal
Mohamed Taghi Sheyki, Iran
Al-Zagra University, Sociology, Department of Social Science
Abstract • Document
Potential Benefit of Senam Resiliensi to Enhance Seniors' Resilience
Roswiyani P. Zahra, Indonesia
Tarumanagara University, Department of Psychology
Abstract • Powerpoint