Enumerating the challenges faced by the elderlies in India, discuss ways for mainstreaming the paradigm of geriatric care.

As per census 2011, 8-67% population is above 60 years age which as per some estimate will become 167% by 2041. This highlights the imperative of mainstreaming geriatric care. Challenges faced by elderlies in India - 1) Isolation - elderlies at times feel neglected and with emergence of nuclear families further getting isolated. 2) Loss of partner - it leads to an emotional & psychological shock for elderly where they require most the support of their children. 3) Violence - Moral corruption in society has gone down to the extent that even elderly people often get victim of violence. 4) Lack of financial security - lack social security measures, and rely on other.