Sustaining dignity in old age
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sustaining dignity in old age

The Hindu  

Change is a constant social phenomenon, and this holds true for the evolving Indian family system. In the traditional joint family system, the elderly were revered and played crucial roles in decision-making. The Indian family system has long emphasised treating the elderly with love and respect. The elderly must mentally prepare for ageing by accepting that raising children should be for personal fulfilment, not as a means of future dependence. Mental preparation, physical health, financial security, and redefining old age homes are essential steps in creating a society that respects and cares for its elderly population.

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Affluent Seniors Opt for Luxe Assisted Living: A New Chapter in Family Dynamics
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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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6 years, 4 months ago

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Live Mint  

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Live Mint  

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The elderly in India deserve the right to live with dignity
7 years, 1 month ago

The elderly in India deserve the right to live with dignity

Hindustan Times  

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Ageing with dignity
8 years, 1 month ago

Ageing with dignity

The Hindu  

While India’s celebrated demographic dividend has for decades underpinned its rapid economic progress, a countervailing force may offset some of the gains from having a relatively young population: rapid ageing at the top end of the scale. Experts also caution that as the proportional size of the elderly population expands, there is likely to be a shift in the disease …

Challenge of ageing with dignity
8 years, 1 month ago

Challenge of ageing with dignity

The Hindu  

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Joint families used to offer a support system for the aged
9 years, 11 months ago

Joint families used to offer a support system for the aged

The Hindu  

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