3. Introduction
:
• The elderly population in India is one of the fastest-
growing in the world.
• India is considered as the second-largest global
population of ageing citizens.
• Over 77 Million old age people.
• It is expected that the present number will further
increase by 2050.
• Nevertheless, India lacks the basic infrastructure and
expertise to support the health and welfare of the
elderly.
4. Some of the biggest
concerns :
Increasing Healthcare costs & Lack of financial support
6. Physical
Health
It’s no secret that with age, health-related risks increase
drastically.
However, there are certain conditions that are more
commonly found in the elderly than the young.
Some Diseases are :
• Heart Diseases
• Diabetes
• Dehydration
• Arthritis
• Chronic Constipation, etc
7. Living a Healthy Life is Possible Even in Old Age…
No one is immune to health problems. However,
watching your food and lifestyle alone can go a long
way in keep most of these problems away . For
specific conditions, the information given can be of
great help. So, take care, stay healthy.
8. Mental
Health
Mental health problems are common among seniors and may include
isolation, affective and anxiety disorders, dementia, and psychosis, among
others.
Some Key facts are :
• At least one in four older adults experiences some mental disorder.
• Expected to double by 2030.
• Depression is the most common mental health problem in older
people.
• People aged 85 and older have the highest suicide rate of any age
group.
• Two-thirds of seniors with mental health problems do not get the
treatment they need.
• Extremely limited treatment.
10. Other major
problems
• Physical infrastructure
• Knowledge of specific diseases
• Lack of financial support
• Rapid socio economic change
• Lack of companionship
11. Conclusion
• It may be summarized from the above analysis and
discussion that the society is greying at a faster rate in the
Indian society.
• Old age homes could be utilized more as supplements rather
than easily available alternative care arrangements.
• Younger generation should always think of the love,
affection and guidance given by their parents.
• Hence, it is expected that the children would extend their
hands for the last step of their parents…
