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Ten years after the Commission on Aging--ideas and results
1AEldrecentrum, Frederiksberg.
Danish Medical Bulletin
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Public aging policy now emphasizes continuity, self-determination, and resource utilization. It recognizes social roles and functions significantly impact aging, shifting focus from purely biological factors.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Policy
- Sociology
Background:
- The Commission on Aging (1979-82) re-evaluated elderly care, identifying social roles and functions as key factors in aging impairments.
- Previous perceptions linked functional impairments solely to biological aging; new perspectives integrate social and psychological dimensions.
Framework:
- Adherence to principles of continuity, self-determination, and utilization of personal resources in aging policy.
- Integration of social and psychological considerations into structural renewal and development for the elderly.
Implementation:
- Renewal efforts based on the 1988 Report on the Public Sector, promoting social networks and self-help among seniors.
- Fostering cooperation between public sectors and citizens for effective social task resolution.
Implications:
- Aging policy adaptation to evolving demographics, catering to new generations of elderly with greater mobility and demands.
- Empowerment of older adults through self-determination and self-control, reflecting changing societal expectations and capabilities.