Fostering Inclusive Communities and Healthy Ageing for People with Intellectual Disabilities

Hybrid, Rue du Méridien,10 1210 Bruxelles Thursday, 26 June 2025 (13:30–16:30 CET)

     

On 26 June, EPR and project partners were proud to have showcased the successful results and impact of the Particip.Age project, funded by the Erasmus+ programme! The conference “Fostering Inclusive Communities and Healthy Ageing for People with Intellectual Disabilities” brought together stakeholders, community service providers, and advocates to share insights and forward-looking strategies.

As people with intellectual disabilities are living longer lives thanks to medical and technological advancements, they are also facing health and social challenges much earlier than the general population. This “double vulnerability” calls for inclusive, community-based solutions that ensure dignity, participation, and support throughout the ageing process.

At the event, participants heard about:

  • The final results of the Particip.Age project
  • Launch of the innovative online training courses for both ageing people with intellectual disabilities and the professionals who support them
  • Policy recommendations to enhance inclusion and quality of life
  • Ways to build more age-inclusive services and communities
  • Testimonials from service-users and staff on their experience with the Particip.Age online courses

Access the Conference presentations and testimonials below:

Information details

Programme file