This open access book takes a multidisciplinary approach to provide a
holistic understanding of late old age, and situates the aged person
within the context of family, caregivers, clinical and other
institutions. All through the book, the author discusses preparedness
for an aging individual as well as the society in the Indian context.
The book highlights inevitable but mostly neglected health issues like
depression, dementia, fall, and frailty and provides detailed analyses
of solutions that are practicable in low resource settings. It also
brings up intergenerational differences and harmony in the context of
holistic care of older Indians.
Alongside clinical perspectives, the book uses narratives of elderly
patients to dwell on the myriad of problems and issues that constitute
old age healthcare. Demonstrating cases that range from the most
influential to the most underprivileged elderly in India, the book
enlightens multiple caregivers--doctors, nurses, and professional
caregivers as well as family members--about the dynamic approach
required in dealing with complex issues related to late old age. The
narratives make the book relatable and interesting to non-academic
readers, with important lessons for gerontological and geriatric
caregiving. It is also of use to older adults in preparing for active
aging.