VACC marks International Day of Older Persons 2026 in Accra
A Financial Analyst, Joe Jackson, has advised older persons to jealously guard their pension benefits, noting that retirement can last for as long as 30 years; hence, the little money available to older persons must be managed judiciously. “Don’t engage in risky businesses, don’t engage in unnecessary expenditure, don’t stop working—earn some income and don’t … The post VACC marks International…
Financial expert Joe Jackson advised older individuals to carefully manage their pension funds, emphasizing that retirement can last up to 30 years. He cautioned against risky investments, excessive spending, and inactivity, urging them to maintain employment or generate additional income while discouraging relatives from encouraging extravagant family gatherings.
Speaking at an event at The Vibrant Aging Community Center (VACC) in Winneba, Central Region, Jackson urged older people to appoint someone with Power of Attorney to handle their finances in case of incapacitation. VACC CEO Professor Francesca Colecraft Dwamena highlighted that aging in Ghana should be viewed beyond decline and dependency, aiming to promote dignity, safety, connection, and purpose during the golden years.
The event, organized under the theme "The Age of Longevity: Rethinking Systems for Longer Lives," focused on intentional care and preparing for safe, secure, and longer lives. Dr Esi Ansah of Ashesi University's Centre for Executive Education emphasized that older persons possess fundamental rights, such as life, dignity, freedom, speech, participation in decision-making, a safe environment, social protection, equal rights, and access to legal support.
Dr Peter Adu Asante of Winneba Municipal Hospital discussed safety concerns for older adults, including medication management, environmental hazards, and the importance of avoiding falls caused by poor eyesight, balance, dizziness, slippery floors, and inadequate lighting. The celebration drew attendees from various localities, including the Ghanaian Times and The Spectator newspapers, as well as members of the public.
Written by urgent.news from Ghanaian Times's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
