Seniors' forum highlights aging challenges

This Wednesday morning at the Louis-Xérès stadium, the second edition of the seniors' forum gathered about twenty stands, including associations, social actors, and businesses in the silver economy. The event aimed to address the growing needs of an aging population in Martinique.

Activities focus on traditional skills and community

Topics such as basket weaving, fighting against isolation and precariousness, and adapted housing were presented, allowing the elderly to get information and try new activities. Notably, an initiation to the renowned basket weaving of Morne-des-Esses under the guidance of Yolène Jean-de-Dieu from the Kay nou association.

Volunteers sought to combat isolation

Les Petits frères des pauvres are looking for volunteers. The main mission of the association is to break the isolation of the most precarious elderly people over 50 years old. In the northern territory, 18 people are accompanied.

Food assistance supports vulnerable seniors

Chen lanmou, with its solidarity grocery store and thrift shop located in Sainte-Marie, focuses on the fight against precariousness. The association supports people in great food difficulty and offers emergency food assistance. Beneficiaries, who are directed by social organizations such as the CCAS, enjoy reduced prices.

Sainte-Marie's commitment to seniors

The forum was organized in an appropriate city. Indeed, the commune has a dozen centenarians, and the oldest has celebrated her 111th birthday. Calixte-Rosette Chinama, deputy mayor of Sainte-Marie, explains that it is the continuity of their commitment with the Simar, 70 years of history.

Future plans for senior engagement

A third forum is planned for December in Rivière-Salée. The Simar, which organized the event, aims to prepare for the aging population by bringing together associations and highlighting available resources in prevention and well-being.