ADVANCING HEALTH AND WELL-BEING INTO OLD AGEOlder persons and HIV/AIDS
Special aspects of HIV/AIDS related to ageing and especially very old age need to be researched fully including both issues of prevention and treatment of the disease, and the care demands upon older persons for dying adult children and dependent grandchildren. HIV/AIDS as an issue related to ageing needs emphasis. Training of carers for HIV/AIDS patients as well as others in the long term care system need special training and support. Public health and preventive strategies against HIV/AIDS should be included in health program delivery.
Policy and Practice- Policy makers and personnel involved in HIV/AIDS programs should be aware of the direct and indirect impact of the epidemic on older members of the community and be responsive to their needs.