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Last chance to register! 🚨 Don’t miss our upcoming live webinar: "Frailty and Cognitive Decline in Dementia" with guest ...
10/13/2026

Last chance to register! 🚨 Don’t miss our upcoming live webinar: "Frailty and Cognitive Decline in Dementia" with guest speaker Prof. Emiliano Albanese (University of Geneva).

Learn about the vital link between frailty and cognitive decline, and discover evidence-based approaches to better support aging populations.

🗓️ When: Wednesday, 14 October at 8:00 AM CST-US

đź’ˇ Admission: Free for everyone!

đź”— Save your virtual seat now: https://f.mtr.cool/28oexbat0p

Looking for more educational opportunities? Join the International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) community to unlock exclusive member benefits, research, and global collaboration.

10/11/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

Ever wondered about the latest insights on dementia research? Join us for an enlightening session with Prof. Emiliano Albanese, a leading expert in public mental health and clinical neuropsychology. 🧠✨

Prof. Albanese will dive into the fascinating world of dementia and its broader public health implications. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best!

đź“… WHEN: Wednesday, 14 October at 8:00 AM CST-US

đź”— REGISTER NOW: https://f.mtr.cool/u7377ktx29

Ready to expand your knowledge? Comment below if you’re joining us! 👇

10/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, observed under the theme "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change," the International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) advocates for the mental health and well-being of older populations worldwide. True progress in psychogeriatric care relies on listening to the lived experiences of older adults facing mental health challenges, cognitive decline, or social isolation. To foster a global population that ages with health, independence, and dignity, we must translate these insights into inclusive policies, early interventions, and accessible psychological care for all.

Join the global conversation: https://f.mtr.cool/09idevsd8e

⚖️ Older Persons' Rights & Law Reform ForumJoin a two-part international forum examining legal, policy, and human rights...
10/09/2026

⚖️ Older Persons' Rights & Law Reform Forum

Join a two-part international forum examining legal, policy, and human rights questions affecting older adults and individuals with dementia.

📆 4–5 November 2026 (Online)

đź”— Tap to register: https://f.mtr.cool/tq87xyivby

10/09/2026

As global populations age, ensuring equitable access to healthcare and mental health services remains an urgent challenge. Data from the WHO Mental Health Atlas 2024 shows that the population of adults aged 80 and over will more than double by mid-century, with centenarians increasing fourfold.

However, deep regional inequalities remain, reflected in life expectancy variations at age 60 from 17.4 years in Africa to 24.9 years in Oceania. Alarmingly, while 81% of surveyed nations have general mental health policies, only 42% maintain dedicated or integrated mental health plans for older adults.

Emerging advances in AI and geroscience offer promise, but without sustained investment in prevention and equitable healthcare coverage, these technological gains risk exacerbating existing health disparities.

Access the WHO Mental Health Atlas 2024 report: https://f.mtr.cool/7xd97jipun

10/08/2026

Ageing often brings complex health profiles where conditions like diabetes, depression, osteoarthritis, and dementia co-exist. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), implementing evidence-based strategies across the life course can prevent or delay the onset of cognitive decline and dementia.

Understanding how physical health factors—such as frailty—intersect with cognitive deterioration is essential for delivering comprehensive psychogeriatric care.

In honor of Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Week, IPA is sharing public access to our webinar “Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Older Adults: A Clinical Approach,” which will be available only during Awareness Week: https://f.mtr.cool/5pifn1h8lr

10/07/2026

⏳ Just 3 days to go until World Mental Health Day 2026! 💚

đź“… 10 October
💬 “Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change”

Being heard can make a difference. Let’s create space for people with lived experience to share their perspectives, feel respected and help shape better mental health support.

đź‘‚ Listen with care.
đź“Ł Share this message.
🤝 Make space for meaningful participation.

🌍 Join the campaign: https://wmhdofficial.com/

10/07/2026

Aligning with the goals of the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing, the International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) invites clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals to join our global community. Becoming an IPA member provides valuable professional resources while empowering you to contribute meaningfully to late-life mental health advocacy and clinical excellence across the globe.

In recognition of Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Week, IPA is sharing short-term access to a recording of an IPA webinar discussing key organizational dynamics and multidisciplinary approaches in psychogeriatrics: https://f.mtr.cool/4amyttb2cr ℹ️Recordings like this are a benefit of membership with IPA.

10/06/2026

Ageism remains one of the most widespread yet unaddressed forms of prejudice worldwide. As highlighted by the World Health Organization, ageist assumptions directly impact health outcomes by limiting healthcare access, fostering social exclusion, and normalizing mental health struggles among older individuals.

Misconceptions that depression or loss of autonomy are unavoidable aspects of ageing prevent many older adults from receiving timely care. Overcoming ageism requires public education, inclusive clinical practices, and active community dialogue.

Read the full fact sheet: https://f.mtr.cool/i0t1twhr6v

What's an ageist assumption about mental health in later life that you push back on most often in your own community?

10/05/2026

Global demographic shifts call for urgent action to uphold the human rights, autonomy, and dignity of older adults worldwide:

• Autonomy & Rights: Protecting the right to independence and decision-making in late life.
• Overcoming Barriers: Combating ageism, social exclusion, and systemic discrimination.
• Global Imperative: Establishing legal frameworks that guarantee equal rights and care for aging populations.

Safeguarding human rights in older age ensures a dignified future for all. đź’™

đź”— Link in bio to learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/nu9yalkt77

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