Commentary on holistic approach towards new initiative: Age-friendly cities

摘要

World is ageing very rapidly. It is unbelievable that during the next 5?years, for the first time in history, people aged 65?years and older in the world will outnumber children aged younger than 5?years. This change is irreversible and hence healthcare sector is facing major challenges around the globe. Government policies to ensure “Ageing in Place” are evolving with time. Age-friendly cities is a very novel concept which may help elders to spend their later years of life gracefully. I believe that varied opinions/views of healthcare professionals may help policy makers to fabricate holistically the idea of “Age-Friendly Cities”.