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The "Generations and Gender" survey aimed to explore demographic and social dynamics in Kazakhstan, with a focus on ageing, reproductive behaviour, and childhood. The survey provides insights into the experiences and perspectives of different age groups, including older adults, to inform government policy. The survey was conducted in 2018 by the Committee on Statistics of the Ministry of National Economy of Kazakhstan, with technical support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute, which assisted in harmonizing data and creating the database.
Policymakers and other data users
The first wave of the survey provided valuable data on ageing, reproductive behaviour, and family dynamics in Kazakhstan, contributing to the formulation of policies addressing these issues.
The survey covered 14,829 respondents aged 18–79 across Kazakhstan. Older adults were one of the key demographic groups analysed, along with themes related to reproductive behaviour and childhood. The survey was conducted through standardized personal interviews using tablet computers, ensuring data accuracy and efficiency. It was part of the broader "Generations and Gender" programme which aims to understand changes in demographic and family structures across countries.
The survey generated primary data on all ages including older persons
"Generations and Gender" in the Republic of Kazakhstan | Ageing Policies Database - UNECE
Geriatri-ID is a digital platform and community initiative focused on older adults, offering information, services, and expert‑backed content for seniors and families. It includes articles on health, wellbeing, and aging; videos and expert consultations from geriatric specialists; community events and webinars specifically for seniors; stories showcasing empowered older adults using technology (e.g., retirees mentoring youth, older adults accessing digital health services).
Older persons, their families and communities.
Geriatri‑ID has grown from a small movement into a digital ecosystem delivering information and services for older adults and their families, helping Indonesian seniors adapt to technology and access expert health information.
The online platform actively publishes articles and videos, and periodically organizes webinars (Lansia Online) on various challenges and good practices related to healthy ageing and geriatrics in Indonesia. Geriatri-ID also organizes various community events from karaoke to lectures.
The programme provides regular, no‑fee group activities for children and seniors, including general physical training, Nordic walking, eye gymnastics, Tibetan gymnastic practices, and painting classes, plus full diagnostics and psychological support for pensioners; activities are delivered in convenient locations such as kindergartens, city centres, riverside promenades, parks, and groves.
Primary beneficiaries are children who receive age‑appropriate physical activity, learn body awareness and emotional intelligence, and engage in creative development; and pensioners, who regularly attend health groups (physical training, Nordic walking, eye gymnastics, Tibetan practices, painting) and receive individual diagnostics and psychological support, all without payment.
Regular activity improves participants’ health, supports emotional well-being and decreases social isolation. Doing sports, arts and leisure activities together also constitutes a meaningful intergenerational activity.
Delivery combines experienced teachers (with methods proven over time, diagnostics, and participant feedback) and a funding model that invites support from partners, socially responsible businesses, and private donors to cover venue rental, instructors’ work, and equipment. The programme emphasises access without payment so participants can care for physical and mental health regardless of financial constraints.
The practice is notable for its longstanding, no‑fee, community‑based delivery, its holistic design (physical health, mental health, and creativity), proven methodologies refined since 1991, and accessibility of venues that bring services close to everyday life. Its sustainability model—partner and donor backing—supports scaling demand and ensures continuity, while the focus on preventive, regular activity underscores health and immunity benefits for both seniors and children.
The Go Bike Project is a voluntary youth-led organization that trains and certifies youth to become community responders to support disaster resilience and health service delivery. It utilizes bicycles as an emergency response mechanism for health emergencies and natural disasters, as it enables youth to reach remote areas quickly and efficiently and is environmentally friendly. The practice was became particularly useful during the COVID-19 epidemic so vulnerable population groups, such as older persons struggling with chronic health problems and disabilities, did not need to leave their homes for basic medical check-ups (blood pressure, blood sugar levels and other vital signs), to receive relief goods, and for information on disaster preparedness and mitigation.
Beneficiaries are older persons, persons with disabilities, pregnant women and sick residents in Bullagon.
As of 2024, more than 2100 Go Bikers have been certified and the project has served over 42000 people.
The project started in 2019 working with the Philippines Red Cross and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council to train 70 young "Go Bikers" to become community responders during emergencies. In 2020 it expanded to have the Go Bikers conduct regular health monitoring - sharing the information with health workers and medical professionals who can take further action in case of irregularities. In 2021, the Go Biker Leadership Training Program was introduced to help build confidence and help volunteers to lead their teams effectively.
The costs (training, bicycles, medical equipment etc.) are covered through a combination of government assistance, foundation grants, and in-kind support.
It promotes intergenerational respect and communication and instills awareness of healthy living among youth.
The regular check-ins are important not just for older persons' physical health but also emotional well-being.
Addresses healthcare needs of underserved populations, particularly in regions with limited access to medical facilities.
The “Gold by DOP” application is a mobile platform developed by Thailand’s Department of Older Persons to support older persons, caregivers and the public in preparing for ageing. It serves as a centralized gateway for accessing information, services and support related to ageing. Users can check and track their eligibility for welfare benefits, access up-to-date information on health, employment and daily living, and learn about relevant laws through simplified infographics. The app also provides data on ageing trends and enables quick access to emergency assistance. Overall, it enhances accessibility, awareness and service delivery for an ageing society.
Older persons and their caregivers.
Older persons can more easily apply for and track welfare benefits digitally, reducing administrative barriers.
It reflects a government-led digitalization initiative, combining service delivery, information dissemination, and user support into one accessible tool.
Overall, the initiative has contributed to more accessible, user-centered, and integrated service delivery for older persons in Thailand.
The Golden Age Friendly Scheme (SMUE) is a social welfare initiative under the Selangor State Government, launched in 2008 and later rebranded as part of the Initiative Peduli Rakyat (IPR). Initially introduced as a death khairat scheme providing RM2,500 to eligible elderly and persons with disabilities (PWDs), it was revised in May 2019 to offer a lifetime benefit in the form of annual shopping vouchers worth RM150. These vouchers are distributed during festive seasons to help seniors purchase essential goods.
Older persons in the state of Selangor
The programme has provided financial relief and improved the quality of life for thousands of elderly and disabled individuals by enabling them to purchase basic necessities during festive seasons.
The scheme was developed as part of the Selangor State Government’s economic agenda to support vulnerable groups. After its initial launch in 2008, it was rebranded and improved in 2019 to provide annual shopping vouchers instead of death benefits. Implementation involves distributing vouchers through State Assembly Service Centres, where registered members present their identity cards. Vouchers can only be redeemed at designated supermarkets to ensure proper use.
It provides practical, recurring support that helps seniors meet essential needs, promotes social inclusion, and reflects a sustainable and replicable model for other regions aiming to value and empower their elderly population.
PP No. 43 Tahun 2004 establishes the framework for improving the social welfare of older persons in Indonesia by defining key categories—such as potential and non‑potential older persons —and mandating coordinated efforts between the national government, regional governments, and communities to ensure their well‑being. It requires the State to empower older persons so they can continue fulfilling social roles, provide social assistance for those who remain capable of productive activity, and deliver social protection for those who are no longer able to support themselves. The regulation also emphasizes the importance of accessibility, mandating that older persons must have ease of access to services, facilities, and infrastructure necessary for maintaining a reasonable standard of living, thereby promoting dignity, participation, and safety throughout later life.
Older persons in Indonesia
This regulation resulted in the first formal infrastructure for elderly care in Indonesia, mainly from the Posyandu Lansia, or Neighborhood Health Posts, providing monthly health screenings as well as social community activities. Elderly were also given concessions such as discounts on public transport and priority lines in hospitals and banks. The regulation transitioned elderly care into a permanent government obligation.
It respects the diverse capabilities of older persons. By distinguishing between the 'Potential Elderly' and the 'Non-Potential Elderly', the government/community can provide more targeted interventions. The regulation also places emphasis on community care over institutionalized care, aligning with ageing in place principles.
The Government Senior Citizens Apartments programme provides purpose-built, age-friendly public housing for older persons with self-care ability. The apartments incorporate barrier-free design, smart home technologies and integrated community support services to enable older persons to age safely and independently. Residents have access to healthcare support, emergency response services, social and recreational facilities, home care support and community activities within the residential complex, promoting independent living and social participation. The regulation provides the legal framework to establish these apartments.
Permanent residents of Macao, China, aged 65 years and above who have self-care ability and wish to live independently in an age-friendly environment.
The programme established the first dedicated public housing model for older persons in Macao, China, providing approximately 1,815 residential units with integrated healthcare, emergency support and community facilities. The apartments have expanded housing options for older persons and promoted ageing in place through a comprehensive package of housing and support services.
The programme was developed by the Government of Macao, China, to respond to rapid population ageing and improve the living environment for older persons. It combines age-friendly housing design with healthcare support, emergency assistance, smart home technologies and community services within a single residential development. A dedicated regulatory framework was introduced to govern eligibility, allocation and management, while supporting facilities such as day care, home care, health services and recreational spaces were incorporated to provide integrated support for residents.
The initiative demonstrates an integrated approach to ageing in place by combining housing, health, smart technology and community care within one public programme. Its comprehensive service model promotes independence, safety and social inclusion for older persons and provides a practical and replicable example for other ageing societies.
The Kyrgyz Republic developed the draft State Programme on Active Longevity for 2025–2030, a comprehensive national policy framework specifically for older persons, elderly citizens, and pensioners (defined as women 58+ and men 63+, with "elderly" formally meaning 65+). It responds to the country's demographic aging — the share of people 65+ was 5.7% in 2024 and is projected to reach 19% by 2050 — and sets out six priority pillars: social inclusion and dignity, healthy and safe living, social service development, extended working life for pensioners, access to education/retraining, and age-adapted infrastructure, all guided by the "leave no one behind" principle from the 2030 SDG agenda.
Policymakers implementing policies on ageing in Kyrgyzstan
The Programme was developed by the Ministry of Labor, Social Development and Migration, building on the existing 2019–2025 Action Plan under the Law "On Elderly Citizens. It draws on National Statistical Committee demographic data and Social Fund pension statistics, and proposes cross-sectoral implementation involving health, social protection, education, and local self-government bodies, including creation of elder councils at municipal levels and development of a national "Active Longevity Index" to track outcomes through an accompanying 2025–2030 action plan.
It's a good practice because it uses a multi-pillar, whole-of-government structure (health, employment, education, infrastructure, social inclusion) which can be adjusted and replicated for other countries facing similar demographic transitions. Sustainability is embedded through legal grounding in existing legislation, phased regional expansion of geriatric/day-care centers, and mechanisms (like the planned Active Longevity Index) for continuous data-driven adjustment through 2030.
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The Guidance on promoting the integration of medical and health care and elderly services policy, implementd by the Chinese Government, Health Comission and other Comissions, is a policy aimed at promoting the integration of medical care and elderly care, to optimise elderly healthcare services. The guidance focuses on a range of priority areas, namely, provision of home services, strengthening community capacity, supporting care institutions to provide integrated services, strengthening information systems, improving price policy for services, increasing insurance support, improving disability care training, improving industry supervision and improving communicable disease prevention and control.
Older persons with disabilities, chronic diseases, advanced age, dementia, or mobility difficulties, including those at home, in communities, or in institutions.
For example, by October 2022 Fujian Province had 182 integrated medical–eldercare institutions with 48,813 beds, up 76.7% and 60.5% respectively from 2019, significantly enhancing service coverage and capacity.
Developed through inter-ministerial coordination, with policy tools such as fiscal subsidies, medical insurance inclusion, service guidelines, and capacity-building actions. Local governments refined implementation to expand home, community, and institutional services.
It integrates health and eldercare resources, ensures targeted coverage for vulnerable seniors, and shows measurable, replicable impact nationwide.
