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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.
Following complaints about the officer’s earlier misconduct, the Chief Minister intervened to arrange for the visit at government expense.
Anila, Sonia and Althaf robbed Tomy’s mother, Mariyakutty (80), of three gold rings weighing three sovereigns each after tying her to the leg of a dining table with a cloth.
Parukuttyamma said the darshan had infused her with renewed energy for the year ahead.
Inspired by the popular Japanese idea, Time Bank credits volunteers with incentives in exchange for the time spent with the elderly people.
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