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Community-based social care in East and Southeast Asia

2016-12-26T10:14:28+07:00Tags: , , , |

This briefing describes how demographic and societal transformations in east and south-east Asia are increasing demand for care of older people while constraining the supply of caregivers, and suggests ways to respond. Language: English Published: HelpAge International, East Asia [...]

HelpAge Network Asia/Pacific Regional Conference 2014 report

2017-01-23T19:35:12+07:00Tags: , , |

Following the HelpAge Network Asia/Pacific Regional Conference held in September 2014, this report summarises the discussion on how societies can maximise older people's potential while minimising the challenges associated with population ageing. Language: English Published: HelpAge International, East Asia [...]

The situation of older people in Myanmar: A summary report

2016-12-26T10:45:52+07:00Tags: , , |

This summary offers insights into the demographic trends driving rapid ageing in Myanmar. It is published by HelpAge in collaboration with Myanmar’s Ministry of Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlement with support from UNFPA. Language: English Published: HelpAge International, East [...]

Typhoon Haiyan one year on: older people key to recovery

2016-12-26T10:50:55+07:00Tags: , , , , , |

This report marks the one-year anniversary of the typhoon that the Philippines on 8 November 2013. It details our joint work with our local partner COSE to support older people to recover from the disaster. Language: English Published: HelpAge [...]

Minimum standard checklist: Including older people in disaster risk management

2016-12-26T10:52:14+07:00Tags: , , |

These guidelines recommend minimum standard checklists to ensure the inclusion of older people in the planning and implementation of disaster preparedness and response activities. Language: English Published: HelpAge International, 2014 Size: 476 KB Download       [...]