Who is this for?

The Gathering is targeted for people over 50 years old who are in retirement or contemplating retirement. There will be various engaging speakers, stalls, workshops and taster sessions showcasing all the various groups and charities to promote and encourage people to join groups and to take up opportunities to volunteer.

What is it about?

The intention behind the Gathering is to promote discussion and subsequent planning of a good retirement and help people be more aware of the community based activities, initiatives, groups and organisations across the region. Find out more about community groups and activities, how to find funding for your group or funding to run activities. Learn from people already running activities.
What is on at the gathering? There will be various stalls and tables showcasing all the various groups and charities to promote and encourage people to join groups to stay well and connected to their communities. You can try activities and join groups and charities where possible take up opportunities to volunteer.

Speakers and Workshop

• Ageing well & living in good physical health Jillian Evans (Head of Health Intelligence Learning Health Systems Public Health NHS Grampian)
• Sport Aberdeen super six session and Aberdeen Multiple Sclerosis (AIMS) chair based yoga, Qigong
• Wills and power of attorney Craig A Pike (Partner Ledingham Chalmers)
• Getting it right in the end workshop Venessa Smith
• Managing mental health & community activities Jock Hutchison (Horseback UK)
• Performance & singing workshop Granite City Chorus
• Managing long term health conditions Cllr Steve Delaney (Depute
• Provost) Future Care Planning: workshop Katy Styles (Clinical Lead Realistic Medicine)