Time is limited for us to make the kinds of changes needed in our communities to make them safer for older adults. Each year seems to bring new climate challenges that test the ability of individuals to prepare and of communities to plan. Older adults can be critical contributors to community resilience as a result of their volunteer efforts and their lifetime of expertise and insights. Older adults can foster relationships and connections among those at greatest risk of isolation. Formal mechanisms—such as Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters and age-friendly efforts—can serve as a bridge to engage older adults in emergency, disaster, and community planning efforts.

Source: The Guardian October 17, 2023 16:17 UTC