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Kerala's Human Rights Commission mandates replacing 'Old Age Home' with 'Snehalayam' in all official communications to ensure dignity for senior citizens, following a government order and a complaint highlighting stigma.
Safalam 55 Plus, a Kerala initiative, empowers seniors through community engagement, environmental action, and welfare programmes, demonstrating that active ageing enriches both individual lives and society.
At 110, Esthappanos, who enjoys remarkably good health, attributes his longevity to a lifetime of hard work and a simple diet, with no major health issues.
Kerala plans a 100-day action plan including a 24x7 senior helpline, district ageing cells, and welfare for the elderly and disabled, alongside infrastructure projects.
Existing social welfare initiatives like Vayomithram and Pakal Veedu are being revived to strengthen social security and improve the well-being of vulnerable senior citizens, reflecting the increasing emphasis on elder welfare due to a rising elderly population.
Kerala's elderly population now exceeds 20%, with the lowest proportion of under-15s, signalling future fiscal strain on healthcare and pensions.
Kerala is establishing a dedicated department for senior citizens, modelled on Japan's Long Term Care Insurance, to improve welfare and integrate services for an ageing population.
Kerala's integrated care economy, including eldercare and childcare models like Vayomithram and Kudumbashree, is lauded by PM Modi's advisory council as a leading example for India's ageing population.
The scheme, which will be launched as soon as the training programme for RRT members is completed
Attempts to involve the doctor's family proved unsuccessful, as they declined responsibility.
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