Problems Of Old Age India

In India, more than half of the population of older persons, particularly in rural areas, continue to suffer from financial problems leading to a miserable situation in old age and about two-third of the older people have to depend on others for their day-to-day maintenance.

Despite being well off, the aged in India continue to suffer from medical, social and financial problems, according to a new study. The nationwide survey, conducted by Delhi based Agewell Foundation, analysed the financial status of seniors in India while assessing various aspects related to net-worth value, financial needs and rights of the elderl...

To assist the elderly and their family members to find solutions to various concerns and problems of old age, a new helpline has been introduced by non governmental organisation Agewell Foundation.

In India, more than half of the population of older persons, particularly in rural areas, continue to suffer from financial problems leading to a miserable situation in old age and about two-third of the older people have to depend on others for their day-to-day maintenance.

Despite being well off, the aged in India continue to suffer from medical, social and financial problems, according to a new study. The nationwide survey, conducted by Delhi based Agewell Foundation, analysed the financial status of seniors in India while assessing various aspects related to net-worth value, financial needs and rights of the elderl...

To assist the elderly and their family members to find solutions to various concerns and problems of old age, a new helpline has been introduced by non governmental organisation Agewell Foundation.