There have been increasing endeavors at international, national, and local levels in the Asia-Pacific region to collect information specifically related to older persons through reasonably representative surveys. These surveys tend to be either broadly comprehensive covering a wide range [...]
This study documents the existence of data related to ageing issues as provided by surveys of older persons, censuses, and Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) for 25 low- and middle-income Asia-Pacific countries. The authors evaluate the content of data [...]
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 [...]
The purpose of this document is to promote a greater understanding and awareness of the social and economic impact of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias across the countries of the Asia Pacific region. These impacts will be felt not only by [...]
Social pensions are an effective and relevant strategy for supporting older persons in Asia. This excellent book thoroughly details the importance of strengthening the systems of social protection in the region and related lessons and challenges. Case studies are [...]
The pension systems of many countries in Asia are insufficient for the rapidly ageing populations. This brief maps pension types by country and examines issues of pensions such as financial sustainability and design considerations. It provides information on OECD’s [...]
The pension systems of many countries in Asia are insufficient for the rapidly ageing populations. This report, updated annually, presents rigorous empirical data on pensions in Asia in a clear fashion. It is particularly useful for policy-making and learning [...]
This report, developed by the KPMG Global Center of Excellence for Health and Human & Social Services, was commissioned by the Lien Foundation, a Singapore philanthropic organization, to stimulate global dialogue and focus attention on the issue of healthcare. It [...]
Older people associations are sustainable, self-managed, multi-functional, community led organisations which aim to enhance equitable and inclusive local development. The info graphic displays information on establishing OPA and enhancing local development through OPA building. Language: English Published: HelpAge International, [...]
This paper outlines the growing need for community-based home care for older people in South East Asia. It explains the model of home care introduced by HelpAge Korea in collaboration with HelpAge International in the 10 countries of ASEAN. [...]
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