Clean Air 3: Empowering Caregivers to Fight Air Pollution and Safeguard Seniors' Health
▶Summary
The project aims to: - increase awareness among workers and educators employed at senior centers and nursery homes, and also seniors about the health risks associated with air pollution, - enhan...
▶Objectives
The project aims to: - increase awareness among workers and educators employed at senior centers and nursery homes, and also seniors about the health risks associated with air pollution, - enhance senior facilities workers’ and educators’ skills in using technology, such as air quality sensors, to monitor air pollution levels but also podcasts and videos, - improve health outcomes for seniors by reducing their exposure to air pollution.
▶Activities
The activities that will be implemented within this project can be grouped into several work packages, including: - Project management, - Development of educational materials (podcasts, handbook, films), - Establishing formal partnerships with senior centers, providing them with air quality sensors, - Creation of workshop scenario and presentation, - Dissemination.
▶Impact
The expected results and outcomes of the project can include: -Increased awareness and knowledge of air pollution and its effects on health among seniors, - Development and dissemination of educational materials, such as handbook, videos, and podcasts, to promote air quality awareness and prevention, - Enhanced cooperation and collaboration among project partners and with senior centers.