About the Project
Don’t Age, Engage! is a European Erasmus+ Small-Scale Partnership in Adult Education dedicated to promoting active and healthy ageing through a holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, and artistic activities. The project strengthens the competences of professionals working with older adults while improving the quality of life, social participation, and well-being of seniors. By combining creativity, movement, and cognitive stimulation, the project addresses social isolation and supports older people in living more active, meaningful, and connected lives.
Project Objectives
Develop innovative active ageing programmes combining physical, mental, and artistic components.
Train professionals and carers in active ageing methodologies and practical intervention tools.
Improve the quality of life, autonomy, and well-being of older adults.
Promote social inclusion and creativity through art-based and participatory activities.
Foster international cooperation and exchange of best practices between partner countries.
Establish a European network of professionals working in the field of ageing and adult education.
Target Groups
Older adults who wish to live more active, healthy, and socially connected lives.
Professionals and carers working in nursing homes, day centres, and community organisations.
Adult educators, trainers, and mentors in ageing, well-being, and social inclusion.
Public and private organisations providing services to older citizens.
European educators and stakeholders connected through EPALE and Erasmus+ networks.
Consortium & Partners
Sinergia Società Cooperativa Sociale (Italy) – Project applicant and coordinator, expert in adult education and social inclusion.
União das Freguesias de Gondomar (S. Cosme), Valbom e Jovim (Portugal) – Public local authority with extensive experience in active ageing through its Senior University and community programmes.
Ankara Aile ve Sosyal Hizmetler İl Müdürlüğü (Türkiye) – Public authority responsible for social services and elderly care, leading the artistic activities module and monitoring processes.
Funding & Programme
Funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.
Action Type: KA210-ADU – Small-Scale Partnerships in Adult Education.
Project ID: 2024-2-IT02-KA210-ADU-C83AC9C3.
Project Duration & Timeline
Start Date: 06 April 2025
End Date: 05 April 2027 (24 months)
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Expected Impact
Increased professional competences in active ageing practices.
Improved physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of seniors.
Reduction of social isolation through creative and participatory activities.
Long-term use of project materials (guides, videos, e-book) in elderly care services.
Stronger European cooperation and knowledge sharing in the field of ageing and adult education
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About the Project
Don’t Age, Engage! is a European project dedicated to promoting active and healthy ageing. The project focuses on reducing social isolation among older adults by combining creativity, movement, cognitive stimulation, and innovative educational resources. Through practical activities and professional training, it empowers both seniors and those who work with them to foster participation, well-being, and meaningful social engagement in later life.
Main Objectives
Our mission is divided into three fundamental pillars:
To empower
Equip caregivers, educators, and professionals with practical methodologies, tools, and skills to implement active ageing programmes combining physical, mental, and artistic activities.
Connect
Foster social participation and reduce loneliness among older adults through group activities that encourage interaction, creativity, and community engagement.
Innovate
Introduce holistic and creative approaches to active ageing by integrating movement, cognitive stimulation, and art into professional practices and care contexts.
Who is it for?
👩🏫 Professionals and Caregivers
Professionals working in elderly care and rehabilitation centres — including social workers, psychologists, educators, therapists, and caregivers — who design and implement intervention plans for seniors. The project strengthens their capacity to integrate physical, mental, and artistic activities into their daily professional practice through targeted training, practical tools, and a structured intervention framework for active ageing.
👴 Seniors (+65)
Older adults aged 60 and over, particularly those in elderly care and rehabilitation centres or living in community settings, who face risks of social isolation, reduced physical and cognitive activity, and age-related dependency. The project supports them in becoming more physically active, mentally stimulated, socially engaged, and creatively involved through structured physical, mental, and artistic activities implemented by trained professionals.
Project Outputs
The tangible materials that will be created:
- International training course for professionals working with seniors .
- Professional Intervention Guide .
- Instructional videos.
- Digital art exhibition.
Expected Results
The impact we hope to achieve in the community:
- Improved professional competences.
- Enhanced physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of seniors.
- Reduction of social isolation.
- European network of professionals and organisations.
- Greater awareness about active aging.
Sobre o Projeto
Don't Age, Engage! é uma iniciativa europeia dedicada a promover o envelhecimento ativo. O nosso foco principal é combater o isolamento social através da criatividade e da tecnologia.
<Principais Objetivos
A nossa missão divide-se em três pilares fundamentais:
Capacitar
Fornecer novas ferramentas e competências digitais aos cuidadores e profissionais.
Conectar
Criar pontes entre gerações e combater a solidão através de atividades de grupo.
Inovar
Desenvolver metodologias criativas baseadas em storytelling e arte-terapia.
A Quem se Destina?
👩🏫 Profissionais & Cuidadores
Educadores de adultos, técnicos de geriatria, assistentes sociais e cuidadores informais que procuram novas estratégias de intervenção.
👴 Seniores (+65)
Pessoas idosas que desejam manter-se ativas, aprender novas competências e participar em atividades culturais e sociais.
Outputs do Projeto
Os materiais tangíveis que serão criados:
- Manual de Formação para Profissionais.
- Livro de Atividades "Activity Book".
- Plataforma de E-learning.
- Vídeos tutoriais e documentários.
Resultados Esperados
O impacto que esperamos alcançar na comunidade:
- Aumento da inclusão digital dos seniores.
- Melhoria da qualidade de vida e bem-estar.
- Criação de redes locais de apoio.
- Maior consciencialização sobre o envelhecimento ativo.
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