Network beyond the 30+ Network
Posted: 2006-08-14 21:45:40
I am the past chair of the 30+ Network. Some people have inquired about a new network that might better suit those people over the age of 55.
As you can see there are 3 age related Networks along with our Continent Diversion Networks that have forums on this website.
I helped start the first age related Network when I was on the Board of directors of the UOA.
It was in the late 90s that the International Ostomy Association held their first 20/40 Conference in Denmark. A fellow Board member and I decided we should start a 20/40 Network here in the USA.
That was the beginning of our age related network system that has continued in the new UOAA.
Why Networks some may ask. Our networks are a virtual or INTERNET place for people to connect that do not have a local group close or are unable to be part of a local support group. Our Networks are Affiliated Support Groups just like our local support groups except we do not meet face to face on a regular basis.
Is there any interest in a Network that would include those aged 55 and up? I have one friend who is willing to help start such a group. Many of us who are members of one or more of our Networks are also members of local groups.
If there is sufficient interest I will help a a new Network committee get going. Please use the e-mail or PM button at the bottom of this message to contact me. Steve S
As you can see there are 3 age related Networks along with our Continent Diversion Networks that have forums on this website.
I helped start the first age related Network when I was on the Board of directors of the UOA.
It was in the late 90s that the International Ostomy Association held their first 20/40 Conference in Denmark. A fellow Board member and I decided we should start a 20/40 Network here in the USA.
That was the beginning of our age related network system that has continued in the new UOAA.
Why Networks some may ask. Our networks are a virtual or INTERNET place for people to connect that do not have a local group close or are unable to be part of a local support group. Our Networks are Affiliated Support Groups just like our local support groups except we do not meet face to face on a regular basis.
Is there any interest in a Network that would include those aged 55 and up? I have one friend who is willing to help start such a group. Many of us who are members of one or more of our Networks are also members of local groups.
If there is sufficient interest I will help a a new Network committee get going. Please use the e-mail or PM button at the bottom of this message to contact me. Steve S