WHO Symposium on Meaningful Engagement, Lavanya Vijayasingham
The Lions Write Journal: Journal of first-person voice on lived, first-hand experience and tacit knowledge in managing chronic health conditions
Publication
20 Nov 2025
SUNI-SEA Consortium, HelpAge International
15 May 2024
This comprehensive Facilitator’s Guide supports trainers, programme managers, and field staff in equipping community health volunteers (CHVs) to deliver age-inclusive, community-based health support. Focused on older populations, it provides structured modules, facilitation tips, and practical exercises covering topics such as outreach, basic screening, NCD prevention, mental health support, and referral pathways. Crafted for adaptability across diverse contexts, the guide strengthens community-based care models by empowering volunteers with the knowledge and tools needed to address older people’s health needs effectively and sensitively. The full guide can be accessed here