For Mark Silver, improving the mental health of older people starts when we all respect their story of their lives.  He has pioneered intergenerational programs which bring people together across the generations to share stories and build that respect.  When it comes to Mark’s own story, it’s in the badges on his cap.

Further Information about Mark and his work (including portrait with cap):

Social Work Focus, November 2021

https://www.aasw.asn.au/document/item/13650

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-silver-66609524/

Swinburne Wellbeing Clinic for Older Adults

https://www.swinburne.edu.au/research/centres-groups-clinics/wellbeing-clinic/

Australian Institute for Intergenerational Practice

https://aiip.net.au/

Intergenerational Practice on Free-to-air Television

Old People’s Home for 4 year olds
https://iview.abc.net.au/show/old-people-s-home-for-4-year-olds

Old people’s Home for Teenagers
https://iview.abc.net.au/show/old-people-s-home-for-teenagers 

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