The Challenge

Dr Kalache is working with partner organisations such as the Office for Ageing,
COTA, SA Health and aged care providers to help build deeper appreciation for
the contribution and needs of our ageing population. 

In particular, this residency is assisting in the implementation of new and existing
initiatives as part of the State Reform Agenda, Adding Life to Years. 

Dr Kalache is examining how we are devising and implementing policy around ageing issues according to the four key pillars of security (dealing with the vulnerability), activity (participation), health, and continuity of education.  This will provide opportunities to examine issues around ageing in a more holistic way, seeing the experience of ageing as more than just a health related experience.