MALAYSIA is projected to become an ageing nation by 2030 according to the Statistics Department and the Health Ministry. The World Health Organisation reports a similar global trend: Currently, one billion people worldwide are 60 years old and older. Additionally, the population of individuals aged 80 and above is projected to triple from 2020 to 2050, reaching 426 million people.
As the number of senior citizens grows, issues related to inactive elderly individuals who struggle to support themselves and face challenges in affording medical treatments frequently make headlines. The elderly play a crucial role in imparting life’s core values to younger generations, emphasising the importance of supporting them. Therefore, addressing the needs of the elderly in Malaysia, both within our families and on a broader societal level, is essential.
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