Age Concern                             2003

Edinburgh and Egypt are the places to be in 2003 as Age Concern Scotland celebrates its 60 anniversary this year.  Help Age Concern Scotland celebrate this important anniversary by getting involved in these charity events. 

Are you seeking a fun challenge? If so, then Age Concern Scotland has a space for you in the Great Scottish Walk in Edinburgh on June 22, 2003. Have a fun day out with family and friends while walking 12 miles, or 6 miles, through scenic Edinburgh all for a good cause. If you feel you cannot manage the 12 or 6 mile distance then there is "The Golden Mile" which will be held on Meadowbank Stadium while the Walk is taking place. It’s our goal to have 60 participants this year. 

For the more adventurous, let Age Concern Scotland take you to Egypt from October 5-12, 2003 for a 400km bike ride along the Nile. Enjoy some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, marvel at the splendour of the ancient monuments, encounter the overwhelming hospitality of the Egyptian people…and know that your efforts will be enriching the lives of older people in Scotland. 

For 60 years Age Concern Scotland has worked to end the scandal of older people living in poverty, in poor housing and in poor health. We have also worked to help enable older people to be fully included in society and free from prejudice and abuse.  Our 60^th Jubilee anniversary is not only a way to celebrate our accomplishments, it is also a way to inform the public of how much still needs to be done for the older people of Scotland! Plus, these events are a way to highlight the positive aspects of aging as well.  

Please help make a difference to the lives of older people in Scotland. To secure your place in any of the above charity events, please e-mail Joty Bakshi Sharma at joty.sharma@acscot.org.uk, or call 0131 625-9328.

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