Ageing is a natural process, which presents a unique challenge for all

sections of the society. Although the exact definition of elderly age group
is controversial, it is defined as persons with a chronological age of 65
years and above. With gradual improvement in health-care delivery
services, life expectancy has increased and thus the percentage of the
elderly population. Further, by the year 2025, almost 75% of this elderly
population will be living in developing nations, which already have an
overburdened health-care delivery system. These demographic
transitions essentially require shifting the global focus to cater to the
preventive health-care and medical needs of the elderly population. An
ageing population tends to have a higher prevalence of chronic diseases,
physical disabilities, mental illnesses and other co-morbidities. The
health needs and health related problems of elderly people cannot be
viewed in isolation(According to Shrivastava et al.2013

Health-care system factors (viz. most countries lack effective health

insurance system for elderly coupled with accessibility concerns and
inadequacies in the government health-care system) and physical
correlates; determine the medical problems and thus cast a significant
impact on the quality-of-life of the elderly a community based geriatric
health-care program should start with the development of a
comprehensive policy so as to include not only medical aspects, but
other determinants as well. Strong political commitment and social
action are imperative for the effective implementation of customized
policy at the grass root level. Provision of quality assured health-care
services for the elderly population is a challenge that requires joint
approach and strategies. Failure to address the health needs today could
develop into a costly problem tomorrow.(According to Prateek Saurabh
Shrivastava 2013)

A caregiver is someone who cares for the health and well-being of a person
who needs help with daily tasks and activities. Your aging loved one may
need a caregiver due to an injury, an illness, limited mobility, memory issues,
or chronic conditions that make everyday chores more challenging. Health
practices have been shown to have an impact on subjective views of
health, including self-rated health and global quality of life ( according to
GauntJune 2021)

The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the global population in drastic ways

and, in many countries, older people are facing the most serious threats
and challenges. Although all age groups are at risk for contracting the
COVID-19 virus, older people face a significant risk of developing severe
illness due to physiological changes that come with ageing and existing
underlying health conditions and  is changing older people’s daily routines,
the care and support they receive, their ability to stay socially connected
and how they are perceived ( according to WHO 2019)

1.1 Problem Statement

Research Question:

This study aims to determine and answer the following:

1. What are the health practices given to older people?
2. What are the considerations in caring for the elderly?