OLD AGE

 

Majority of old people (past age 65) are senile (i.e., defective memory, disoriented, or demented).

Majority of old people are socially isolated and lonely.

Majority of old people have incomes below the poverty level.

Majority of old people are working or would like to have some kind of work to do (including housework or volunteer work).

 

OUR RESPONSE

People's Action for Social Service (PASS) is implementing various social security measures/assistance schemes for the protection and well being of the old aged from economic distress and hardships in the event of sickness or disability. A social support system with a view to enhancing the ability of families to take care of elderly people within the family has been developed.

In consultation and collaboration with social groups, free or low cost nursing, medical and hospital care for those who are sick, injured or unable to care for themselves is been in practice. Particular efforts are being taken to develop and implement policies to ensure that all people have adequate economic and social protection during widowhood, disability and old age."

Necessary conditions are developed to enable elderly people to lead self-determined, healthy and productive lives and to make full use of the skills and abilities they have acquired in their lives for the benefit of society.

  SUPPORT PROJECTS  
Pass has decided to implement project in the areas of :
Shelter
Food
Clothing
Medical
Psychological & Social Support

Ongoing

Old Age Homes
Mobile Medicare Unit

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