The price of loneliness for the elderly is high
A survey by the Finnish Red Cross from last year speaks harshly: Almost one in ten of the Red Cross’s friends’ activities clients do not exchange news with anyone other than our volunteers. According to the Loneliness Barometer, which was commissioned several times a year, loneliness among the elderly has increased in recent years. Half of those over 65 experience loneliness at least sometimes and a fifth monthly or more often. Loneliness in the elderly has often continued for longer. A good everyday life […]
Kylävara protects in exceptional circumstances
Many people are familiar with the Home Reserve 72 preparation recommendation. The Home Reserve specifies the things that a family can do for three days in exceptional circumstances. The Village Reserve, in turn, contains information on first aid, first aid, emergency food and accommodation, and equipment that should be available at the village hall in case of exceptional circumstances. In Ilmajoki, the Nopankylä Village Association has increased its preparedness by purchasing a comprehensive first aid kit and a defibrillator for the village hall. In addition, the village hall has a village radio that works without the network and electricity […]