Destitute & Elderly Care
Destitute elderly people are those who are unable to support themselves due to old age or chronic illness. Care for destitute elderly people can include providing financial assistance, health care, and other support services. Government schemes Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana (PM-SYM): A social security welfare scheme that provides monthly contributions to beneficiaries. Elderly people play a critical role in the lives of young people, especially the most vulnerable in society.
It is important to care for the elderly in society because of the knowledge that they bring to the world.
They offer resources that younger people need. There are several community programs for the elderly in India, including schemes that provide financial assistance, health care, and social activities.
National Programme for the Health Care for the Elderly (NPHCE): A program that aims to improve the health care of the elderly. RVY: A scheme that provides free assistive living devices to senior citizens with age-related disabilities.
Other ways to help
Call the Elderline helpline at 14567 for free information, guidance, and emotional support.
Visit the elderly person regularly.
Help them take their medicine on time.
Make sure they have healthy meals.
Keep them active.
Involve family and friends.
Hire professional caregivers.
Elder neglect can lead to physical and mental health problems, such as malnutrition, dehydration, depression, and anxiety