Special Report: Healthy to 100 - 360
Barbara Barbosa Neves, M.R.Rajagopal
Published on November 24, 2021
By Charis Palmer, 360info and V. Srikanth, Monash University
In nations around the world, both developed and developing, people are living longer. It’s good news for those hoping to live well to 100, but for economies and families, the implications are dramatic.
As populations shift and families become smaller there are fewer options for older people traditionally cared for by their adult children, driving a crisis in aged care. Elder abuse is also on the rise. COVID-19 related challenges are not helping as older people are more isolated and more pressure is put on existing healthcare settings.
In 2021, the UN kicked off a “Decade of Healthy Ageing” with action focused on age-friendly environments, integrated care (including palliative care), combating ageism and long-term care.
(Quotes attributable to Professor V. Srikanth, National Centre for Healthy Ageing, Monash University and Peninsula Health)
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