Family and Community Health

Magnitude of the Problem
This groups’ greater longevity, replete with all problems brought on by diminishing functional capacity and increasing chronic diseases and disability.
Significant economical, environmental, and social changes create a demand for greater protective and preventive services for older adults, brings another concern. In addition to requiring adjustments in health care provision patterns.

Definitions of Concepts
Ageing - It is a process of growing old, or
It is the changes that occur as
the result of the passing of time.

Ageism
It is a negative stereotyping of older adults and perpetuating false information and negative images & characteristics regarding older adults.
These Stereotypes arise from - negative personal experience- myths shared throughout the ages- general lack of current information
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Ageism can interfere with effective practice and prevent the comprehensive services & care that ageing persons need and deserve.
Ageism has an impact on both society and culture.