The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging (May 2024)

Age-friendly initiatives – GHANA

  • Sally Yalley,
  • Akye Essuman,
  • Patrick Adjei,
  • Brian Lawlor,
  • Roman Romero-Ortuno

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 28, no. 5
p. 100246

Abstract

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The global increase in the population of older persons has profound inter-sectoral implications, necessitating the development of age-friendly initiatives at the global and national levels. While progress has been relatively slower across Sub-Saharan African countries, highlighting existing commendable initiatives is essential to identify the current gaps and promote the development of strategies and interventions to promote age-friendly societies. This mini-review highlights some of the key initiatives in Ghana in the areas of policy, healthcare, finance, social services, education and research and in promoting dementia-friendly communities.

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