Community and Family Studies

HSC Enrichment Days2010

The Aged

Legal Definition as defined by the government or government body

According to the Bureau of Statistics the aged are classified as people who have lived or existed for 65 years or longer.

Australia’s ageing population is spread across an age span of 30-40 years.

People in this group will have varying physical and mental capabilities.

Social Definitionas defined by society’s perception and attitudes

Old people who are nearing the end of human life, they are usually retired and rely on government support and other for help

Terms or stereotypes used to describe the aged are elderly, old, senile, advanced adult, senior citizen, granny, pensioner

Characteristics of the Aged

Most important NEEDS for the aged include:

Needs of the Aged

For ONE group you have studied, suggest ways of resolving conflict that might exist between the needs of the group and the expectations of the wider society.

(6 marks)

HSC QuestionSpecial

needs groups

Offer possible reasons or ways

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Conflict that exists between the Aged and

Society

• The aged are a burden on society

• Recognition that the Aged are a vital part of the community

• Access to Services and Resources

• Lack of Power among the Aged

Strategies to Resolve Conflict

Conflict Proposed StrategiesThe aged are a burden on society:

• Better nursing home facilities to give the aged a safe place to live and people to take care of their needs and wants, and their well-being.

•Develop support groups, to assist in health care.

•Provide counselling services for the aged, for their emotional health.

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