Funchal concludes longevity event focusing on experience and intergenerationality

The second edition of the event discussed health, technology, and combating ageism, valuing the role of grandparents.

Generic image of elderly hands holding younger hands, symbolizing intergenerational connection.
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Generic image of elderly hands holding younger hands, symbolizing intergenerational connection.

The 2nd edition of the "Longevidade na 1.ª Pessoa" event, promoted by the Municipality of Funchal, concluded at the Colégio dos Jesuítas, focusing on experience, intergenerationality, health, and technology.

The 2nd edition of the "Longevidade na 1.ª Pessoa" event addressed health, innovation, and technology for longevity. Discussions also covered the importance of prevention and health promotion, combating ageism, and the role of intergenerationality, with a special focus on grandparents as reference figures.
During the closing session, held throughout the day, the councilor for Social Affairs and Sports, Helena Leal, emphasized the importance of promoting longevity with health, dignity, autonomy, and active participation in society. She highlighted the need to combat ageism and value the experience and wisdom of older people.
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"Aging should not mean losing space in society. On the contrary, it should mean continuing to learn, interact, share knowledge, and contribute to the community."

Helena Leal · Councilor for Social Affairs and Sports
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal do Funchal (14/10/2026)