7 Pillars: Seniors & Cannabis Development For Their Golden Years
Cultivating Growth and Diversity in the Plant Medicine Landscape
Embracing seniors and involving them in UPMA is a wonderful way to tap into their wisdom and experiences while promoting the association’s mission.
UPMA intends on engaging seniors in the following ways:
1
Senior-Specific Programs:
- Create programs and resources tailored to the interests and needs of senior members.
- Offer educational workshops, webinars, or seminars on plant medicine and related topics with a focus on health and well-being.
2
Senior Advisory Committee:
- Establish a committee of senior members to provide insights, guidance, and recommendations for association initiatives.
- Include them in decision-making processes to ensure their perspectives are considered.
3
Intergenerational Partnerships:
- Encourage intergenerational collaboration and mentorship between senior members and younger individuals in the association.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing skill transfer.
4
Community Gardening and Herbalism:
- Organize community gardening projects or herbalism workshops that seniors can participate in, fostering hands-on learning and community bonding.
5
Health and Wellness Initiatives:
- Promote plant-based wellness practices that benefit seniors, such as herbal remedies for common ailments or stress reduction techniques.
- Host wellness retreats or classes specifically designed for seniors.
6
Storytelling and Oral History Projects:
- Encourage seniors to share their experiences and knowledge related to plant medicine through storytelling events or oral history projects.
- Record and preserve their valuable insights.
7
Senior-Friendly Resources:
- Ensure that educational materials and resources are accessible and user-friendly for seniors, including easy-to-read publications and digital resources.
8
Discounts and Benefits:
- Offer seniors-specific membership discounts and benefits to make association participation more appealing and affordable.
9
Celebrating Seniors Contributions:
- Recognize and celebrate the contribution of seniors members through awards or special events at conferences and meetings.
10
Regular Gatherings:
- Organize social gatherings, meetups, or plant-walk where seniors can connect with others who share their interests.
11
Health and Safety Measure:
- Prioritize the health and safety of seniors members, especially during in-person events, by providing accessible facilities and accommodations.
12
Engage in Conversation Efforts:
- Involve seniors in conversation projects related to plant medicine and local ecosystems, allowing them to contribute actively to environmental stewardship.
13
Online Engagement:
- Facilitate online discussions, forums, and webinars that seniors can participate in from the comfort of their homes.
14
Communication and Outreach:
- Use communication channels that seniors are comfortable with, including postal mail, email, and phone calls, to keep them informed and engaged.
Embracing seniors within UPMA enriches the community by drawing on their knowledge, promoting intergenerational connections, and ensuring that plant medicine wisdom is passed down to future generations. It also underscores the association’s commitment to inclusivity and the value of lifelong learning.
