January 2015 - Australia The Australian Journal of Emergency Management, Volume 30 Issue 1, 2015 reported the role of older people as a key to success in rebuilding Haiyan-affected communities. The story is based on the report entitled Typhoon Haiyan one year [...]
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 [...]
26 January 2015 - Yangon, Myanmar Myanmar kicked off the new year by adopting a new strategy that attempts to provide a social safety net to all its citizens for the first time. Created in consultation with various development [...]
Boxing Day is normally a day to put my feet up and give tired legs and an overworked body some rest. It is also a time to review the year that has gone by and mentally prepare for the [...]
The 2014 HelpAge Network Asia/Pacific Regional Conference, held from 1 to 4 September 2014 in Chiang Mai, brought 204 participants from 29 countries together to look at a decidedly timely topic: how to redesign our societies so [...]
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 [...]
For an almost diametrically different view, including specific reference to Asia, read Atul Gawande’s latest book, Being Mortal. Includes the observation of saying that where independent living is possible, many older people may actually rather enjoy and benefit from [...]
The film talks about a poignant depiction of today’s urban loneliness, where most young working adults are moving away from the family. This 60-second film from HelpAge India is a must-watch. A very powerful message about loneliness [...]
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 [...]
This report 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 [...]
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