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Home : Aging and Seniors : Publications : A Guide for the Development of a Comprehensive System of Support to Promote Active Aging

Pan American Health Organization

Table of Contents

Introduction

Population Aging in the Americas

Conceptual Framework for Supporting Active Aging

. Vision
. A Comprehensive System
. Agents of Support
. Active Aging
. Quality of life

Principles of a Comprehensive System of Support

. Safety, security and social support
. Fairness and equity
. Dignity
. Independence
. Participation

Operational Guidelines for a Comprehensive System of Support

. Accessibility
. Older person centered
. Coordinated
. Shared responsibility
. Equity and sustainability
. Quality

Types of Support Programs and Services in a Comprehensive

. System of Support
. For independent seniors (557Kb PDF)
. For seniors with disability (556Kb PDF)
. For dependent seniors and seniors near the end of life (556Kb PDF)

 

 
     
 
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