Ageing is an inevitable process of life. Global population ageing is a by-product of the demographic transition in which both mortality and fertility decline from higher to lower levels. Sudden spurt in the population of elderly in a country is bound to pose multiple challenges before the human society.
Ageing has gone beyond the realm of welfare concern and needs to be viewed as a developmental challenge. Currently there is an estimated 6.9% in the age group of 55-64 years and 5.7% for 65 and above elderly in India (Census of India, 2011). Overall, the elderly percentage is 8.6% (9%) among the population and compared to Census, 2001 which was 7.4%. India is therefore experiencing a demographic transition, which will have impact on the individual, family, community, society at large and the nation.
The aims and objectives of these training are as follows:
Develop a cadre of professionals for the care and welfare of the older persons
To provide a comprehensive and scientific knowledge base on various aspects relating to geriatric care
Generate skilled man power focused on intervention in the family and community settings for the welfare of the older persons
Identify and promote support systems and networking for care of the older persons
Facilitate convergence of services of government/non-government sectors both locally and the national level