MAY 16-17, 2024
Asia Pacific Aged Care
Hub International
Policy Forum
" Aged Care Experts Meet "
Agenda Format
Keynote Speeches, Collaborative Plenary Sessions and Roundtables, Academic Paper Presentations and Poster Exhibits and Field Visits
About Us
The Asia Pacific Aged Care Hub(APACH)
International Policy Forum (the forum) is planned to be hosted at Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore and in collaboration with Flinders University, Adelaide and Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA). The forum is supported by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and is part of the Australia Awards Fellowships Program.
The Asia Pacific Aged Care Hub International Policy Forum is a groundbreaking event designed to foster collaboration and innovation in the aged care sector across the Asia Pacific region.
Objectives
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Networking
Facilitate connections between students, researchers, professionals, academics, and policymakers in the aged care sector.
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Innovation
Provide a platform for showcasing research, projects, and innovations in aged care.
Collaboration
Contribute to the development of the aged care sector in the Asia Pacific region through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Program Highlights
Participating Institutions
Flinders University,
Australia
Aged Care Research &
Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA)
University of Malaya,
Malaysia
University of Santo Tomas
Ask Foundation, Nepal
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Jagannath University,
Bangladesh
University of Sydney
Hyderabad Central University
Sharavathi
Dental College and Hospital, Shimoga
Affiliated to RGUHS Bengaluru
Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
Indian Dental Association
B C Shivanna Foundation, Bengaluru, & Feel At Home Elderly Care Center, Bengaluru, India
May 16-17, 2024:
Asia Pacific Aged Care Hub International
Policy Forum
Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, India
Location:
Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, India
Supported by :
Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Australia Awards Fellowship Program
Hosts
Flinders University,
Adelaide
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Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia
Ramaiah Medical College,
Bangalore
Who Should Attend
Students and researchers in the aged care sector
Healthcare professionals
Academics and educators
Policymakers and government officials
Industry representatives
Join now Asia Pacific Aged Care Hub International Policy
Program Schedule
Day 0
May 15, 2024
Pre-Event Activity & Visits
Fore noon
Field Visit
Visit to an NGO-run senior citizen living facility
Fore noon
Field Visit
Visit to private elderly homes/residential communities
Afternoon
Field Visit
Visit to State Government Offices/Bengaluru Corporation (BBMP) offices to interact with key officials related to aged care
Evening
Networking Dinner
Evening networking dinner with a few startups working in the aged care domain
Day 0 will only include Core APACH team and Invitees
Day 1
May 16, 2024
Inaugural and Sessions
08.30am | 09:00am
Registration
Welcome attendees, distribute conference materials,and provide logistical information.
09.00am | 09:30am
Opening Plenary Session-I
Introduction to the forum objectives and logistics; Overview of APACH; origin,
contributions, and development
09.30am | 10:30am
Opening Plenary Session-II
Keynote Speech: Challenges and Opportunities to Aged Care in the Asia Pacific Region.
10.30am | 11:15am
Inaugural Program
Welcome Address, Lighting of the Lamp Ceremony, About APACH, ARIIA & Flinders, Invited guest address, Presidential address, Vote of Thanks.
11.15am | 11:30am
Tea Break
Refreshments served.
11.30pm | 12:30pm
Panel Discussion-I
Theme: Innovative Models of Care in Aged care
12.30pm | 01:30pm
Paper presentations
Group A: Theme 1 & 2
Group B: Theme 3 & 4
Group C: If the number of papers exceed
01.30pm | 02:00pm
Lunch Break
Networking opportunity and informal discussions
02.00pm | 03:30pm
Panel Discussion-II
Theme: Policy and Regulation in Aged Care: Challenges and Best Practices.
03.30pm | 03:45pm
Tea/Networking Break
Refreshments served
03.45pm | 05:00pm
Round Table I
Theme: Role of technology in aged care
07.00pm Onwards
Banquet Dinner
Networking dinner with cultural performances and entertainment.
Day 2
May 17, 2024
Sessions and Presentations
09.00am | 09:45am
Key note II
Aged care and industry connect- Opportunities & challenges. ARIA
09.45am | 10:30am
Panel Discussions III
- Theme: “Clinical geriatrics- global challenges and local solutions"
- Speakers: Renowned Experts from Collaborating Institution
- Chair-
- Moderator: Core team / Fellows
10.30am | 11:15am
Panel Discussion IV
- Topic: "Addressing the Challenges of Ageing Population in Developing Countries."
- Exchange of ideas and strategies among participants.
11.15am | 11:30am
Tea Break
Refreshments served.
11.30am | 12:30pm
Panel Discussion V
Topic: Innovations and Industry in Aged Care
12.30pm | 01:30pm
Paper presentations
Group A: Theme 1 & 2
Group B: Theme 3 & 4
Group C: If the number of papers exceed
01.30pm | 02:00pm
Lunch Break
Networking opportunity and informal discussions
02.00pm | 03:30pm
Round Table II
- Theme: "Key learnings and outcomes from the Australian Awards Fellowship program- The way ahead."
- Speakers: Fellows presentations moderated by Flinder’s University
- Chair-
- Moderator: Core team
03.30pm | 03:45pm
Tea/Networking Break
Refreshments served
03.45pm | 04:30pm
Valedictory Session
- Recap of key insights and outcomes from the forum
- Closing Remarks by Organizing Committee.
- Certificate Distribution.
APACH
The Asia Pacific Aged Care Hub International Policy Forum promotes
collaboration and innovation in aged care across the region