Pakistan’s population is ageing, with around 13.5 million people aged 60 years and above recorded in the 2023 Census. As people live longer, access to appropriate, affordable and inclusive health and care services becomes increasingly important.
Source: Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, Census 2023.
FAID works to promote healthy ageing through integrated, community-based health and care services, with a focus on prevention, early identification and management of health conditions, rehabilitation and assistive technology.FAID supports initiatives that strengthen primary healthcare systems, promote the ICOPE approach, improve access to screening and preventive care, and strengthen support for older people, caregivers and communities.
More than 46% of people aged 60 and above globally live with a disability, highlighting the importance of accessible and inclusive health and care systems.
Source: UN DESA, Ageing and Disability.
Through these efforts, FAID works towards a health system where older people can access the care, support and services they need to live healthier, more independent and dignified lives.
FAID supports caregivers of older people by improving their access to knowledge, skills and equipment related to caregiving. Furthermore, we share information and raise awareness of older people about
Cataract is the most common eye disease leading to blindness in old age in Pakistan. Incidence of cataract is 14.7% in age group 50- 59, while 42% in age group 60-69% and 87.7% in age group 79 and above.
It is estimated that every second older person in this world is living with some disability leading to compromised health, functionality, happiness, independence and dignity in older age.
