NGO for aging society

NGO for Aging Society

We found the NGO tackle aging problems. Korenkyo is one of the non-government-organization, which ami for a more livable aging society. It originally start from 1998 during the International Year of Older Person. After the end of this term in 1999, Korenkyo started working and has been ruuning for more than 20 years.

Their action mainly support people to live in the aging society. For instance, they held いきがい・助け合いサミット in Tokyo, where they support elderly people to find a reason and purpose in life. The group also held the session event to give older people find thier new friends or community and to promote social participation.

Furthermore, they are acting for the social security system reform, which can lead to reducing the burden of medical care, making older people comfortable to live.

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