Age Well Expert
This initiative aims to support Age Well Expert in the field to have a better understanding of the local support, services and opportunities that are available to support their day-to-day work.
The Age Well Experts are people who work closely with older people on a regular basis whether through a medical or social model, have a comprehensive understanding of age well issues and have been working in the field for 10+ years.
Healthcare Professionals who are experts in their field through training or experience gained over 10+ years of working with the 50+ population and value the opportunity to be involved in this programme to make a positive impact and to support older people.
Age Well Experts are expected to endorse the Age Well Programme and support the Age Well community of practice by sharing knowledge and experience, we will encourage Age Well Experts to support workshops and networking activities within the local area from time to time.
By being involved in this programme, you will be able to:
Understand the support different ageing groups have available within the community.
Understand the local resources and contacts available in your community to support the ageing population.
Understand how roles in healthcare can support the ageing groups and how your colleagues can support you.
Understand the key values and skills needed for an Age Well Expert.
Have opportunities to share knowledge & skills for Age Well issues.
This programme is Free.
Once you become an Age Well Expert for this programme you will have access to a number of resources to support your local learning and knowledge of Age Well local resources and support for the ageing population in your community.
Experts are invited to support the other Age Well initiates by sharing their knowledge and experience, this can be by running workshops and key resources, if you would be interested in taking part and supporting a workshop please contact the Age Well Team at nclicb.agewell@nhs.net
Age Well Experts will receive an Age Well Expert Certificate of recognition from their Training Hub and you will be part of the Age Well Expert network (community of practice) in your local area.
If you have any questions about the Age Well Programme, please email us at nclicb.agewell@nhs.net