FEATURES OF AGE-FRIENDLY HONOLULU
Civic Participation & Employment
Opportunities to contribute experience and skills to the community
Vision
Individuals are volunteering their skills and services to the community.
Have a strong volunteer infrastructure in place with resource centers that match organizations with people who share similar interests, and offer training and education.
There is an abundance of social networking activities that bridge new friendships and community inclusion.
Goals
1. Older persons are recognized as assets, and their contributions are valued and respected.
2. Flexible employment options are available.
3. Workplaces are age-friendly and there is a seamless system to transfer skills and increased opportunities for older workers to continue to work and be productive.
4. Volunteers have opportunities to develop leadership skills.
5. Volunteer options are widely available.
To enhance the well-being of older adults through interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts in research, educational programs, and service to the community
Contact
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
Gartley Hall
2430 Campus Road
Honolulu, HI 96822
- Mail : uhcoa@hawaii.edu
The University of Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution
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