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economy. It also features ageing population issue, as well as social policy towards the elderly and old age in Bialystok as … sociology research on the elderly. Fundamental theoretical perspective of publication is the concept of capital according to P … associated with one of two different institutions: nursing home for the elderly and University of the Third Age. By comparing the …
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describes transformation, differentiation factors, and characteristics of these institutions for elderly based on a critical …
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The increase in the length of human life favors development of goods and services to the elderly. Article describes … of strategic and organizational solutions related to the creation of gerontechnology. Work takes into account concepts of …
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relatively late. The first discussions on the unfavourable situation of elderly employment emerged only in the second half of the … Ageing. At present, there is an intense discussion on policies addressed to the elderly, which concentrate not only on the …
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Population ageing is one of the key processes affecting the development of European Union countries. The aim of this paper is an indication of the possibility of collective action against this challenge at the regional level. Article describe assumptions and recommendations for strategic...
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In this position paper, we have used Alan Cooper's persona technique to illustrate the utility of audio- and video-based AAL technologies. Therefore, two primary examples of potential audio- and video-based AAL users, Anna and Irakli, serve as reference points for describing salient ethical,...
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Healthy ageing is a challenge for many countries with significant shares of elderly people. Literature refers to China … is considered an important determinant of economic growth and competitiveness. The health of the elderly population …
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There has recently been a rapid growth in international literature and research on the links between economic growth and social capability and their impact upon well-being. This paper draws on that literature to build upon previous Treasury work at the intersection of economic and social policy....
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Over the past two decades, many Latin American countries have expanded the economic protection of older adults by developing non-contributory pensions or making eligibility rules more flexible. These policies have addressed long-standing coverage gaps in Latin American pension systems and...
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The provision of a universal old age pension is increasingly recognized as an important instrument for strengthening and extending social protection. A growing number of emerging economies, including East African countries, are introducing universal old age pensions to guarantee at least a basic...
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