Active & Independent – A Support Programme for Seniors
The main goal of the Active & Independent – A Support Programme for Seniors project is to increase the independence and active participation of 50 seniors aged 55+ from the urban-rural municipalities of Kowala, Wierzbica, Jastrzębia and Szydłowiec, as well as the City of Radom, while preventing their social marginalisation by December 2025.
The project also promotes intergenerational integration, involving 10 young people aged up to 25, and encourages a healthy and active lifestyle.
Project Goals
Reduce social and digital exclusion among seniors.
Develop digital skills and confidence in using new technologies.
Strengthen seniors’ motivation to take an active role in their own lives and communities.
Expand the range of activities and opportunities available to older people.
Foster dialogue and cooperation between generations.
Project Activities
1. Intergenerational Digital Workshops
75 hours of activities across five groups, with 15 hours per group.
Seniors and young people learn together how to use new technologies and how to stay safe online.
2. Motivation & Active Living Workshops
45 hours of activities focused on developing memory, assertiveness and the ability to cope with change.
The programme also includes meetings with a psychologist, doctor and physiotherapist.
3. Intergenerational Integration Activities
A shared intergenerational trip designed to strengthen relationships, encourage active participation and build a sense of community.
The project combines education and social integration, with a strong focus on intergenerational exchange, developing digital skills and improving seniors’ quality of life through learning, physical activity and social connections.