HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active and healthy lives.

HelpAge has joined forces with partners in the UK to push for ageing, Alzheimer�s disease and other dementias to be included in a UN summit on Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs).

Currently, the September summit in New York will focus on treatment, management and reduction of �premature death� of those under 60.