The work presented in this training manual was developed within the framework of the SIforAGE - Social Innovation for Active and Healthy Ageing - project funded under the EU FP7 framework. SIforAGE - pursues to strengthen cooperation among the stakeholders working on active and healthy ageing. The ultimate goal is to put together scientists, end- users, civil society, public administrations and companies in order to improve the competitiveness of the European Union regarding the promotion of research and innovative products for longer and healthier lives.