 Peoples are living longer as a result of improved health care, eradication and control of communicable disease, use of antibiotic and other medicines and accessibility to a better quality of life for residents.  The older population does, however, have higher percentage (80%) of chronic conditions, some of which may limit activities. 7 July 20162

 These chronic illnesses include arthritis, heart diseases, high BP, DM, visual and hearing impairments.  Good health in elderly means maintaining the maximum degree possible of physical, mental, and social rigor. It means being able to adapt, to continue to handle stress, and to be active and involved in life and living. In short, healthy aging means being able to function, even when disabled, with a minimum of ordinary help from others. 7 July 20163

 Wellness among the older population varies considerably. It is influenced by many factors including personality traits, life experiences, current physical health and current societal support some elderly people demonstrate maximum adaptability, resourcefulness, optimism, and activity, however, misconception often arises from negative personal experience, myths shared throughout the ages, and a general lack of information on older people. 7 July 20164

 Some of these misconception and stereotypes of older people includes  Most older adults can’t live independently  Chronological age determines oldness  Most old people have diminished intellectual capacity/are senile  All older people content and serene  Older adults can/t be productive or active  All older adults are resistant to change. 7 July 20165

 Problems associated with aging process  Cataract  Glaucoma  Deafness  Reduced vision  Immobility (due to changes in joints and bones) 7 July 20166

 Chronic disease  heart disease  Peripheral vascular disease  Hypertension  Cancer  Diabetes mellitus  Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD) 7 July 20167

Psychological problem  -Dementia -Depression -Rigidity of out look  -Social and emotional withdrawal -Suicide 7 July 20168

Sexual problems  diminished sexual activity, this leads to physical and emotional disturbance. 7 July 20169

◦ communication service ( phones, emergency access to health care) ◦ dental care service ◦ dietary guidance and food services ◦ escort and protective services ◦ exercise and fitness program ◦ financial aid and companions ◦ health education 7 July

◦ hearing aid and hearing-aid assistance ◦ home health service ◦ legal aid and counseling ◦ library service ◦ medical supplies /equipment ◦ medication supervision ◦ recreational and educational program ◦ safe, affordable, and ability appropriate housing ◦ social assistance service offered in conjunction with the health maintenance 7 July

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