The world is ageing as people live longer than ever before. Despite this, healthcare systems are not meeting the basic needs of older people. Age International's report makes the case for healthcare which is genuinely inclusive of older people, reaching them in their community.
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Despite people everywhere now living longer, too many older people are not able to access or afford health and care that meets even their basic needs, often due to age discrimination.
Learn more about the invaluable contributions older people make to their communities, and how their rights could be better protected.
The latest news from Age International, including updates on our work in low and middle-income countries and how you can support older people globally.
As they age, older people find themselves forgotten, ignored and invisible - by governments and organisations alike. It is time for change. It is time to take all ages into account. Read what experts in the field of ageing and international development have to say and what we are doing to influence decision makers
For our report, Older women: the hidden workforce we’ve listened to the voices of older women across the globe, including Ethiopia and Malawi, who work tirelessly for their communities and families.
Millions of people have been affected by growing conflict in the Middle East. People across Gaza, Lebanon and the wider region are in urgent need of support.
Read the latest news and updates from Age International.
