Programs for
Autonomy and
Communication
Inter-Generation Telementoring
Socio-SANITARY Benefits
PACE 2000
International Foundation PACE2000.org
1.
ObjectiVes
Promotion of Inter-Generation
Communication
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Allows our Seniors, to feel
useful in a short time, develop empathy for a “protege”, become familiar with a
simple and effective application to build friendships. Isolation is a factor in
chronic illness and loss of autonomy leading to dependence.
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For young people and adolescents: the ability better
plan for the future, gain self-confidence, discover the professional
experiences of a senior, and broaden their cultural, professional or linguistic
horizons through immersion.
2.
Method
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Each candidate is to form part of an Inter-Generation
Pair which benefits from 1 hour weekly tele-sessions for seven weeks. An Inter-generational Coordinator is
available provides support on request.
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The PACE-2-Face “4D”* videoconferencing
application is modelled to the requirements of seniors who are resistant
to digital technologies, to allow fun exchanges between an elder “telementor”
and a young person who becomes his “protege”.
The older candidate sends his profile to the inter-generational
coordinator, who makes an appropriate match according to the profile and needs
of the young candidate. The specific objectives of their exchange
program are then identified and shared by the inter-generational pair.
3.
SpécificitIés
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Simplicity and user-friendliness of the user
interface installed on 1 PC: 1 click, 1 screen, 1 “4D” sharing button
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Security: secure access and no data is stored
there
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Intuitive application: no prior
training session(s)
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A PC installed in a confidential place for young
people (college or high school) and one for seniors (senior club or residence)
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Specific features patented in France and Canada, which
go beyond the functionalities of Zoom/Skype/Teams/etc...
4.
Telementoring vs. Mentoring
Inter-Generation Telementoring goes
beyond the limits of Mentoring:
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Recruitment (young people and seniors) has no
geographical limit. Its cultural and linguistic tele-exchanges are extended
internationally
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The inclusion criteria for candidates are not limited
by motor disabilities
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The age of inclusion extended to several decades
(50-95 years) vs. mentoring (50-65 years)
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Stigmas and prejudices are erased
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Motivation is quickly obtained and behavioural changes
are induced in 2-4 tele-sessions
For the Tele-Mentor and “his
protégé”, they are free to then meet face-to-face, when they have “tame” each
other.
5.
Résults
The participants of the Inter-generational Binôme
are both actors and reciprocal beneficiaries.
Here are the main observations:
1.
Development of empathy and cooperation “on an equal
footing”
2.
Rapid acquisition of better self-esteem and expression
in groups
3.
Freedom of expression of problems, prejudices, and
better understanding of the situations to be resolved
4.
Feeling of usefulness to young people and seniors;
motivation and promotion of autonomy
5.
Opportunities for language immersion, help with
homework, relational difficulties, and motivation/professional orientation.
6.
International Awards and Recognition
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Grand Medal of Honor from the French-speaking
Academy of Telemedicine and e-Health - 2022
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EU-Ambient Assisted Living: 2011
selection
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Association of Gerontology of Quebec: Opening
speech, 10/19/2011
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FIAPA Prize: (International Federation of
Associations of Elderly People, Paris, France, 2006) Information
and Communication Technologies for intergenerational programs.
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Gérontechnology Prize (GERONT EXPO
– HANDICAP EXPO, Paris, France) 2003
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Telemedicine Award from the Ministry of Health
and Long-Term Care, ON, Canada. July 2000
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UNITED NATIONS, New York, 1999: Dr A.
Sidorenko, International Director of social programs, makes a 12 sites
videoconferencing speech, and awards the PACE2000 programs.
*4D:
Visual, auditive, reading and writing
Dr
Marie-Madeleine Bernard
Recicpient of the Medal of Honour
of the Academy of Telemedecine and e-Health
Endocrinologist-Diabetologist
MD Fr & USA
President, PACE2000.FR
PACE 2000 International Foundation PACE2000.org
Membre: The Endocrine Sty, SFSD, SFDiabète
Contacts
PACE2000.fr