Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Abstract

Emerging need for care in place support system in India for older adults

Sharma R*

Prevention of elder abuse, enhancement of quality of life and reduction of caregiver stress are the major concerns of health care professionals, gerontologists, Psychologists, social workers and policy makers. Covid 19 pandemic has increased the issues and challenges of the older adults Worldwide but the situations in Asian countries where the population of older adults of quite high as compare to other regions of the World raised the need for a system of in place care of older adults. The purpose of this research paper is to advocate community based long term care support system to cater the emerging needs of older adults and caregivers in the society. The discussion on the caregiving issues of older adults are based on literature review through secondary and tertiary sources to develop a framework for addressing the emerging need of in place care of older adults in India.

Published Date: 2021-01-08; Received Date: 2020-12-02