You Are Invited to the 2 Day
FUTURECARE CONFERENCE
Collaborative Solutions for Elder Care
The world’s population is ageing rapidly. By 2050, the number of people aged 60 and over will more than double, from 1 billion in 2022 to 2.1 billion. In South Africa, the percentage of older persons will rise from 9.2% to 16%, translating to an increase from 5.2 million to 12 million. In the Western Cape, the older population will more than double to over 1.5 million.
This growth presents significant challenges for service providers. Financial support from the government is decreasing, and the economy is stagnant, making it hard for many older persons and their families to afford the necessary services.
A new generation of older people will have different needs, and as life expectancy increases, so does the demand for residential care and specialized services for conditions like dementia. Community and family-based services offer a viable alternative to residential care, but progress in adopting this model has been slow despite supportive legislation and policies.
We invite you to join us at the FutureCare Conference to discuss these pressing issues. Together, we will explore how to take responsibility for the escalating and changing needs of older persons over the next 30 years.
Speaker Biographies
Mr. Herman Grobler
Mr. Herman Grobler serves as the Vice President & Head of Impact and Sustainability at Cipla. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Commerce in Law, an Honours degree in Economics, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Pretoria. With over 20 years of professional experience, Mr Grobler has held significant roles in management and consultancy across diverse industries, including retail and FMCG, for esteemed organizations such as Woolworths, Netcare, Levi Strauss, and Pam Golding. His expertise encompasses project management, strategic development, operational efficiency, and customer relations.
Ms. Bridget Sleap
Ms. Bridget Sleap is currently a Senior Researcher at Human Rights Watch, focusing on the rights of older individuals. She previously held the position of Senior Rights Policy Adviser at HelpAge International, where she led advocacy and research initiatives concerning the rights of the elderly on both the United Nations and national levels. Ms. Sleap possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Modern World History from the University of Bristol and a Master’s degree in Securing and Understanding Human Rights from the University of London. Her professional journey includes significant contributions to research and policy development across multiple countries, including Mozambique, Egypt, and Jordan.
Dr. Sebastiana Zimba Kalula
Dr. Sebastiana Zimba Kalula is a Specialist in Geriatric Medicine and serves as the Director of the Albertina & Walter Sisulu Institute of Ageing in Africa at the University of Cape Town. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery from Zambia, a Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom, and several advanced degrees from the University of Cape Town. Dr. Kalula’s research focuses on the epidemiology and management of dementia, as well as the overall functioning and healthcare of the elderly. She is also the Co-Director of the International Longevity Centre – South Africa and an active member of multiple gerontological associations, amongst other African Research on Ageing Network (AFRAN), the Global Aging Research Network (GARN), the South African Geriatrics Society (SAGS) and the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG).
Ms. Femada Shamam
Ms. Femada Shamam is the Chief Executive Officer of The Association for the Aged (TAFTA). Since 1999, she has been actively involved in the elder care sector, demonstrating expertise in non-profit management, strategic planning, and human resources. Ms. Shamam is a graduate of the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Commerce in Management and has a background in Social Work from the University of Natal. She is committed to developing sustainable care models and advocating for the rights of the elderly at various local and provincial forums.
Prof. Elena Moore
Professor Elena Moore occupies a distinguished position in the Department of Sociology at the University of Cape Town. She is an accomplished author with several notable publications on sociological and family dynamics in South Africa. Professor Moore has been recognized with the University of Cape Town’s Distinguished Teaching Award and the Vice Chancellor’s Social Responsiveness Award. She holds a Wellcome Career Award to advance her research on Family Caregiving of Older Persons in Southern Africa. Her academic contributions significantly impact the understanding of generational and gender relations within customary practices.
