The fourth day of the "Golden Age" Social Engagement Project concludes successfully at the UMECIT La Chorrera headquarters.
The fourth training day of the Social Outreach Project concluded with great enthusiasm. Golden Age, developed at the UMECIT La Chorrera headquarters and aimed at the first group of older adult beneficiaries.
This event focused on strengthening participants' knowledge and skills on topics essential to their well-being and safety, integrating theoretical and practical learning spaces with great community value.
Highlights of the activities included:
- Occupational Safety in the Field of Older Adults, taught by Professor Génesis Sánchez, who shared prevention and self-care measures to promote safer environments.
- Use of Medicinal Plants, taught by biologist and professor Prof. Libardo Martínez, where the benefits, applications and precautions in the responsible use of plants with medicinal properties were addressed.
- First Aid Workshop, facilitated by the SINAPROC team, who provided instruction in fundamental techniques such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), choking care, and basic procedures for dealing with unconscious people.
These trainings not only strengthen the autonomy of our older adults, but also foster a culture of self-care, prevention, and community solidarity.
Impact on the substantive functions of UMECIT
- Teaching: Significant learning was promoted beyond the classroom, adapted to the needs of older adults, reaffirming the importance of ongoing training.
- Research: Knowledge derived from previous studies was integrated and traditional practices were collected that could feed into future academic projects.
- Extension: The university reaffirmed its commitment to the community, expanding knowledge and resources that positively impact the quality of life of the older adult population.
- Management: The successful coordination with teachers, strategic allies such as SINAPROC, and the logistical support of the La Chorrera headquarters demonstrated efficient and committed management.
The culmination of this event demonstrates how UMECIT comprehensively articulates its substantive functions, consolidating its commitment to being a transformative, inclusive university serving society.
