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- By The Franklin Integration Project Group
This annual event is run every year by a small charitable organisation, the Franklin Integration Project Group.
Franklin Positive Ageing Expo is the biggest event of its kind in New Zealand, a much-anticipated and well-attended occasion made possible by a grant from the Franklin Local Board/Auckland Council and the generous support of local Franklin organisations and businesses.
Each year, around 70 commercial or community-based organisations are invited to showcase their services to older people and their families. Last year, attendance numbered just under 1400 people – all looking for information of relevance to support a positive, healthy and active lifestyle in their retired years.
This might include:
- Information on available resources and equipment to make everyday living more
comfortable. - Suitable recreational activities such as yoga, line dancing, Tai Chi and fitness classes.
- Social interest groups offering a range of hobbies, crafts, sports, and social activities,
gardening clubs, historical societies, Probus and ‘over sixties’ groups.
Then there are businesses that might specifically tailor services towards older people, such as:
- Legal and accounting services.
- Health-related services such as dentists, audiologists, optometrists, and podiatrists.
- Residential care providers or those who supply home support such as nursing, gardening
and maintenance services. - Professionals providing health screening and advice on healthy lifestyles.
- And of course, agencies providing information on government-funded support services.
Importantly, it’s all free for attendees, with complimentary refreshments and many spot prizes and promotions throughout the day.
The Franklin Positive Aging Expo remains a well-run, well-attended event and an excellent resource not just for older people but also their families and others who have older friends.
We hope you will join us in supporting our local Franklin community and take this opportunity to showcase your product or service on Friday, October 3, at the PIA Event Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe.
