Trips may be scheduled for activities in including medical appointments, shopping, recreation,
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ur non-emergency ambulance will be fully equipped with wheelchairs which can be used by those individuals who do not own one.
$96,000, The amount needed to launch Transportation Project for the Elderly
| Item | Unit | Cost/Unit | Total in USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Seater Bus | 1 | $82000 | $82000 |
| Wheelchairs | 10 | $200 | $2000 |
| Fuel, Maintenance & Other Costs | 1 | $12000 (per year) | $12000 |
| Paramedics | 4 | $4800 (per year) | $19200 |
| Drivers | 2 | $4800 (per year) | $9600 |
WHO report on the aging
According to a report by the World Health Organization; the world is facing a situation without precedent: We soon will have more older people than children and more people at extreme old age than ever before. As both the proportion of older people and the length of life increase throughout the world, key questions arise. Will population aging be accompanied by a longer period of good health, a sustained sense of well-being, and extended periods of social engagement and productivity, or will it be associated with more illness, disability, and dependency?
UN Principles for Older Persons
The UN Principles for Older Persons (UN General Assembly resolution 46/91) calls for ensuring the independence, participation, care, self-fulfillment, and dignity of older people. It specifically states that older people should have access to basic services including shelter.
Steps taken
We take steps to ensure that the community acknowledges the risks and vulnerabilities of older members and that the community is mobilized to support in addressing this cause.