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A contingency-based approach for assessing policies on aging

¹Boston University School of Social Work, MA 02215.

The Gerontologist

|December 1, 1994

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Demographic and ideological changes necessitate a new approach to aging policy. This revised framework considers diverse needs and well-being patterns in older adults, redefining responsibilities for their care.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Public Policy
Sociology

Background:

Aging populations are increasing globally.
Existing aging policies may not adequately address current demographic and ideological shifts.
There is a need to re-evaluate the foundations of policies concerning older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess demographic and ideological shifts impacting aging policy.
To propose a new framework for aging-based and aging-related policies.
To provide a rationale for age-related benefits and explore shifting responsibilities for elder well-being.

Main Methods:

Policy analysis
Demographic trend assessment
Ideological shift evaluation

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Main Results:

Identified significant demographic and ideological changes influencing aging policy.
Developed a new policy approach considering diverse needs and well-being in older populations.
Highlighted potential for a stronger defense and rationale for age-related benefits.

Conclusions:

The proposed approach accommodates multiple patterns of need and well-being among the elderly.
This framework supports a redefinition of responsibilities for old-age well-being.
It offers a pathway to adapt aging policies to contemporary societal changes.