Ageing with HIV: The Glasgow Manifesto | Psychosocial Challenges, Mental Health and Resilience in Ageing and Older People Living with HIV –Webinar #3

Webinar Series

About the webinars

The advances in antiretroviral therapy have contributed to the prolonged lifespan of people living with HIV. However, living and ageing with HIV differs from ageing while HIV-negative. It is associated with numerous challenges that arise from the biological intersection of ageing and HIV. Older people living with HIV are frequently experiencing multiple chronic health conditions, coping with frailty, disability and/or cognitive changes, living in social isolation, in addition to facing HIV-related stigma and discrimination. Ageing and older people living with HIV should be supported in their HIV and ageing journey, with HIV remaining an important determinant in both general medicine and geriatric care and treatment.

This series of webinars aims to call attention to the key considerations of the Glasgow Manifesto developed by the International Coalition of Older People Living with HIV (iCOPe HIV). The webinars will inter alia focus on the issues of healthy ageing and self-management, quality of care for ageing and older people with HIV, and ageing in women living with HIV.

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European AIDS Treatment Group (EATG)

#AgeingHIV

Psychosocial Challenges, Mental Health and Resilience in Ageing and Older People Living with HIV

02 October 2025 | 16:00-17:30 CET

online at Zoom by registration

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This webinar is offered with simultaneous interpretation in Russian

About the webinar:

The last webinar in this series will touch upon psychosocial issues and mental health concerns stemming from ageing with HIV. Older and ageing people living with HIV frequently experience social isolation and loneliness, exacerbated by stigma and ageism, loss of social networks, and age-related decline. These factors contribute to poorer mental health outcomes, including depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairment. Simultaneously, issues related to brain health and metabolic complications are more prevalent in this population, further impacting their quality of life and requiring integrated care approaches.

In the journey of ageing with HIV, community organisations emerge as beacons of hope and healing. They do not just offer support; they weave a tapestry of tailored services, foster social connections, and advocate for the needs of older and ageing people living with HIV. Similarly, specialised clinic services, such as brain health and metabolic clinics, offer essential medical and social support, yet their integration with community-based initiatives can be further strengthened.

This webinar aims to address these critical issues by bringing together experts, healthcare providers, representatives of community organisations, and older and ageing people living with HIV themselves. We will explore the multifaceted psychosocial challenges faced by people ageing with HIV, highlight best practices in mental health support, and emphasize the importance of resilience-building strategies. The webinar will foster a collaborative dialogue, share innovative solutions, and promote a holistic approach to care for people ageing with HIV.

Agenda

The Ageing with HIV – The Glasgow Manifesto: A Platform for Change project has been developed by the EATG, and was supported through a grant from Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC. EATG acknowledges that the sponsors had no control or input into the structure or the content of the project.