Old age and poverty in developing countries: new policy challenges

Lloyd-Sherlock, Peter (2000) Old age and poverty in developing countries: new policy challenges. World Development, 28 (12). pp. 2157-2168.

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Abstract

Almost all developing countries are now experiencing demographic ageing. This paper examines the consequences of ageing for the poor. It assesses the extent to which the poor are participating in demographic ageing, or whether the process is largely restricted to relatively privileged groups. The paper observes that policy and research mainly focus on pensions programs, which have little relevance for most poor older people. It then describes livelihood patterns for poor elders, highlighting the importance of intergenerational exchange. Health policies are also found to largely ignore the needs of this group, and the expansion of private financing presents particular problems.

Item Type:	Article
Faculty \ School:	Faculty of Social Sciences > School of Global Development (formerly School of International Development)
UEA Research Groups:	Faculty of Social Sciences > Research Groups > Life Course, Migration and Wellbeing Faculty of Social Sciences > Research Groups > Health and Disease
Depositing User:	Abigail Dalgleish
Date Deposited:	09 Aug 2011 15:29
Last Modified:	15 Dec 2022 01:55
URI:	https://ueaeprints.uea.ac.uk/id/eprint/34410
DOI:	10.1016/S0305-750X(00)00077-2

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