Age-friendly initiatives - Ghana

J Nutr Health Aging. 2024 Apr 25;28(5):100246. doi: 10.1016/j.jnha.2024.100246. Online ahead of print.

ABSTRACT

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.

PMID:38669857 | DOI:10.1016/j.jnha.2024.100246