Ageing International
Living Alone among Older Persons in Uganda: Prevalence and Associated Factors
This study aimed at investigating the prevalence and factors associated with living alone among older persons in Uganda.
Worldwide, the proportion of older persons (aged 60 years and above) stands at 11% and it’s anticipated to double by 2050. In sub-Saharan Africa, older persons comprise 5% of the population.
2017
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Aging, Living Arrangements, and Housing in China
Grounded in a literature review, current living arrangements and housing conditions of the elderly in China are investigated with new empirical evidence.
Survey data of September 2009 included a total of 692 Chinese households with a focus on elderly members.
2011
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Historical and Global Perspectives on Social Policy and “Aging in Community”
This article provides an understanding of the changing fields of aging, family, community, and social policy. Going beyond a current trend of “aging in place”, it reviews community care that once dominated social policy dialog in the United Kingdom, as well as community service that was once regarded as a main solution to the social issues of reformist China.
2011
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Ageing in Place in the United Kingdom
Ageing in Place is a key component of UK policy on older people and housing.
2008
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Housing Elderly People in Japan
The problem of providing housing for the aging society of Japan is and has been a key issue. Since the speed of aging is so rapid, Japan is facing a serious problem of having to provide buildings and dwelling units that will be suitable for use by elderly persons in a very short time.
1999
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"There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort."