India’s geriatric population is about 7.4 % (2011 Census) 98 million. So, according to the UN definition, India is an ageing nation. The population of senior citizens is likely to grow by 3.8% every year compared to the population growth rate that is down to 1.8 % every year, and with this speed, the senior citizens would most likely be 173 million by 2026. With the current ageing scenario, there is a need for all aspects of care for the Oldest Old (80+ years) namely, socio-economic, financial, health and shelter. A strong support system has to be developed for senior citizens where they are given training and a way of living their life happily and healthily. We are developing this geriatric care guideline.
Geriatric Care Guideline
