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[Public policy and elderly women].
1Escuela Graduada de Salud Pública, Recinto de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad de Puerto Rico, San Juan 00936.
Puerto Rico Health Sciences Journal
|April 1, 1990
Summary
The aging population in Puerto Rico is predominantly women, posing challenges for human services and public policy. Policies must address gender inequality and the specific needs of elderly women in economic security, healthcare, and social services.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health Policy
- Sociology of Aging
Context:
- Puerto Rico's aging population is rapidly increasing, with a significant rise in elderly women.
- This demographic shift presents substantial challenges to existing human services and public policy frameworks.
- Addressing the unique needs of this growing cohort is critical for social equity and well-being.
Purpose:
- To highlight the growing population of elderly women in Puerto Rico.
- To identify key challenges in human services and public policy formulation for this demographic.
- To advocate for public policies that address gender inequality and specific needs of elderly women.
Summary:
- Census data indicates a considerable increase in the elderly female population in Puerto Rico.
- This demographic trend necessitates a re-evaluation of public policy and human service provision.
- Essential policy areas include ensuring economic security, accessible healthcare, and comprehensive social services for elderly women.
Impact:
- Informs the development of targeted public policies to support elderly women.
- Promotes gender equity within aging populations.
- Aims to improve the quality of life and access to essential services for older women in Puerto Rico.