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From Research to Validation: Stakeholders Convene to Strengthen Elder Care and Advocacy Programmes in Kenya and India
Following research and stakeholder engagement in Kenya and Kerala, India, Ethel Foundation for the Aged (EFA) and the Redemptorist Solidarity Office (RSO) are advancing to the validation phase of a cross-country learning process on elder care and advocacy. The forthcoming Validation Workshop will bring together key stakeholders to review findings, strengthen recommendations, and refine a proposed Redemptorist Elder Care and Advocacy Model aimed at promoting dignified, person-centred, and holistic care for older persons.
Designing for Dignified Ageing
Dignified ageing is not built on goodwill alone — it requires intentional systems, consistent care, and sustainable models. As populations grow older, the responsibility shifts from charity to design: creating structures that ensure every stage of life is lived with dignity, connection, and purpose.
art of weaving
ByadminAs we age, it’s essential to continue engaging in creative activities that stimulate the mind and foster a sense of accomplishment. One such activity that has proven to be both therapeutic and rewarding is weaving. Weaving not only allows seniors to tap into their artistic potential but also creates opportunities for social interaction and skill…
From Training to Action: Building a Community-Led Elders Advocacy System in East Kano
On 28 January 2026, elders and community advocates from East Kano Location gathered at Hope School for a landmark meeting—one that signaled a shift from isolated interventions to a structured, village-anchored system for elders advocacy, protection, and empowerment. Convened under the guidance of Ethel Foundation for the Aged, the meeting brought together trained elders advocates,…
BRIDGING INTER-GENERATION CONNECTIONS
ByadminAs we marked this year’s International Day of Older Persons, we chose football as a bridge to foster lasting intergenerational connections. In a world where age often creates divides, football stands as a universal language that brings generations together. Through organizing and participating in intergenerational matches, we not only promote physical health and well-being but…
From Advocacy to Systems
Dignified ageing in Kenya is increasingly being shaped by integrated approaches that combine advocacy, livelihoods, and legal empowerment. Recent work in Kisumu County demonstrates how engaging older persons as active participants in governance, while simultaneously strengthening their economic resilience and access to justice, can create more sustainable and impactful outcomes. As this model expands to new regions, it offers critical lessons for social work education and practice on the importance of building systems — not isolated interventions — to support ageing populations.

