Introduction
Currently there is an ongoing graying of the planet. A sharp decline in fertility rates following the baby boomer, last large generation, and mortality rates has created a population pyramid that is top heavy with elders. This is truest and most heavily felt in industrialized nations where social programs that support older people are often supported by the current working generation. The swelling number of elders who are living longer has made some support programs unstable and unsustainable. A redefinition of the expectations of old age is occurring. Retirement is being pushed back, contribution is being promoted, and distinctions are being between the well-derly and the ill-derly. These present the two perceived extremes of aging; a person who is well off as opposed to a person who is in bad shape. The truth being that, while a few people do represent either extreme, the majority of people are balanced between the two. I will briefly touch upon the stance of social workers and the views on international, national, and state levels regarding policies and some programs.
Stance of Social Workers
The most marginalized of the elder population are often those who are most in need. Those are unable to take care of themselves and do not receive assistance are then unlikely to be able to advocate their needs. In the United States, the NASW acknowledges that these include those in a sandwiched generation, women, and the oldest-old who may experience poverty and neglect among other problems (2012-2014, p. 14). Social Workers will aim towards assisting with health care, housing, economic security, care giving, and combating abuse and mistreatment for the aging population (NASW, 2012-2014, pp. 15-16). Older people ...
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...is to manage, advocate, and maximize its acquired budget. Federal funds represent a larger pool of resources to draw from. The state and its residents are currently losing out on assistance due to the blocking of health care reform that is following the passing of the Affordable Care Act.
Conclusion
Common trends in the discussion and acknowledgement of the ageing human population include the reality of disability, the continuation of contribution, and the promotion of aging with dignity and security. These serve as markers of universal truths that can be applied to all people. Most people should expect to grow old, especially in the industrialized world. People can draw an optimal outcome by considering how as an individual we would like to be treated and live as an elder. Once as the outcome clarifies then an acceptable process for reaching it can be drawn.
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