Ageing Well: How to support active aging in the Czech Republic

Jana Kyriakou
Feb 16
3 min read

Europe is aging – and so is the Czech Republic. There are more and more people over 65 who want to live actively, have a meaningful day and feel good about themselves. The Ageing Well project, supported by the Erasmus+ program, brings a new wave of inspiration and concrete tools to achieve this. And it's completely free – thanks to materials available online, including the Positive Ageing Handbook.

What is the Ageing Well project about?

Ageing Well connects experts from across Europe to explore ways to support the mental and physical well-being of seniors , education in later life and the resilience of carers. The result is a comprehensive set of activities, exercises and reflections for seniors, carers and educators.

The Positive Aging Handbook helps develop self-confidence, relationships, and a sense of life satisfaction – what science calls active aging .

What you'll find in the manual

The guide contains various modules that focus on important aspects of aging. Here is an overview of what you can expect:

Practical modules on body and mind care - for example, how to strengthen mental resilience, how to work with loneliness, or how to take care of your health with joy.
Exercises for groups and individuals that can be used at senior meetings, in community centers or at home.
Tips for caregivers – how to manage stress, communicate with elderly loved ones and maintain your own balance.
Materials for educators – worksheets, activities and scenarios for teaching about wellbeing in older age.

All materials are also available in Czech .

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What you will find in each module:

Module 1: Introduction to wellbeing and resilience
Module 2: Active and positive aging, wellbeing and resilience
Module 3: Examples and case studies from the practice of positive psychology
Module 4: Best practices from other countries that have good social security systems
Module 5: Practical tips for well-being and resilience for older people and carers

💠 Positive Aging Handbook (full file) 👉 Download here (PDF)

Why is this topic important for us in the Czech Republic?

In the Czech Republic, there is often talk about caring for the elderly, but less about how to support their vitality, self-confidence and desire to learn new things . Yet learning, exercise and social contact are the keys to happy aging.

The Positive Aging Guide offers simple steps that anyone can take:

For seniors – try a new activity, go for a walk, call a friend, write a gratitude journal.
For caregivers – find time for yourself, share experiences, use recommendations from module 5.
For trainers and organizations – include activities from the guide in training courses or community meetings.

Small step, big change

The Ageing Well project shows that active aging is not a luxury, but a natural part of life . Just get started – open the first module, try one exercise and bring inspiration to your surroundings.

👉 Download the Positive Aging Handbook for free and discover how even a small change can bring more joy, energy, and meaning - at any age.

Discover more Ageing Well educational materials

Training and methodologies for caregivers and educators of seniors

You will find these modules full of practical tips, exercises and worksheets:

Module 1 – Age Discrimination and Stereotypes
Module 2 – Mapping the basic needs of seniors
Module 3 – Basics of Mental Well-being/ Monitoring and supporting the elderly in activities
Module 4 – Effective ways of communicating with seniors
Module 5 – How to motivate seniors to make positive changes and live an active life
Module 6 – Compassion Fatigue and the Importance of Self-Care for Senior Caregivers