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Great blog Geraldine, that brings out plroabby THE most fundamental issues that what we're talking about is how can use some of today's communication possibilities to enable people to connect, interact and enrich their and others' lives in desirable, easy ways?I just came off a video call this morning with a lady (in Melbourne), Pamela Bruder, with the wonderful title of Life enrichment co-ordinator . There too (in Amsterdam) was an equally inspiring man, Wytse Miedema. The two of them, locally, are seeing how enabling the sharing of PASSIONS with others (eg music) can enrich lives for older citizens and those around them with corresponding value for their communities socially and economically. The Dutch work (through their Verzilvering' programme) is seeing how today's new video possibilities can bring together people who would otherwise be constrained by distance or personal mobility. They and their Oz oppos aged 60-87, in all states of health and cognitive ability are now getting excited about joining forces for a global sing-song. The very idea is bringing huge excitement and enjoyment was one of the comments.. with the enabling technology completely forgotten about. THAT's what it's all about! Desireable outcomes the ability to add to life pleasure in easier, more satisfying ways, whether that's socially, family-wise, through being able to work, volunteer, indulge in educational passions ..or whatever. This for me is the essence of Independent Age/Gulbenkian report, which I had the pleasure of being involved with, and which I'm really glad to see you bring out the nub of and add to so clearly. Best regards, Kevin
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