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EASPD Policy Seminar 2012 “You cared for me, I care for you: solidarity between generations and abilities”, Date: 2012/12/05 - 2012/12/05, Location: Brussels

Publication date: 2012-12-05

Author:

Van Puyenbroeck, Joris
Smits, Dirk ; Vandevyvere, Inge

Keywords:

ageing, informal care, ageing in place

Abstract:

This event will discuss care for seniors with disabilities and look at the conditions that allow family members of different genera- tions to care for each other — thus making intergenerational solidarity possible. The seminar aspires to identify the main challenges preventing intergenerational solidarity from happening and the policy conditions that need to be in place to sup- port families in their care responsibilities. We’ll engage with policy makers in this dis- cussion and phrase proposals on how to improve on the current situation and realise a society that allows people to care for each other, knowing that the right safety nets are in place.