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Page 8 - Senior Citizens

Govt to give walking sticks, spectacles to elderly below poverty line

The assistive devices will be given under a new scheme

Govt to give walking sticks, spectacles to elderly below poverty line
Updated On : 01 Jan 2017 | 12:41 PM IST

Aged but connected

Seniors are an important market segment for all industries. Latest trend reports have revealed that senior citizens yearn for independence and assisted living has become their preferred lifestyle. SeniorWorld, one of India's largest community of seniors, undertook a nationwide survey of the aged, to understand how this "often-ignored" demography is embracing technology and enhancing quality of life. Almost 800 people participated in the survey.A snapshot:

Aged but connected
Updated On : 22 Oct 2016 | 11:30 PM IST

Centre may soon bring new policy for senior citizens

Union Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot said the govt had been thinking of coming up with a comprehensive national policy for senior citizens to ensure their welfare

Centre may soon bring new policy for senior citizens
Updated On : 17 Oct 2016 | 4:42 PM IST

Independent living for senior citizens

Buy a retirement home for use, not for investment

Independent living for senior citizens
Updated On : 14 Aug 2016 | 11:11 PM IST