Look into neglect of senior citizens, govt urged

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PETALING JAYA: The government needs to open more welfare homes for the elderly who have suffered abuse and neglect at the hands of their families, sai...

Kokila said statistics indicate a distressing reality faced by senior citizens and highlights a need for greater awareness, support and protection mechanisms to safeguard them. – theSunpixThe government needs to open more welfare homes for the elderly who have suffered abuse and neglect at the hands of their families, said lawyer Kokila Vaani Vadiveloo.

“The survey also found that there were some 1,400 private retirement homes nationwide but of these, 1,300 are illegal. “Consequently, the need for the government to legislate specific laws to protect the elderly has become critical. This legislation should be rigorously supported and implemented to address the abuse and neglect faced by them.”

Its manager Foong Peng Lam said since its establishment in September 2000, Rumah Kasih has provided shelter to over 700 elderly individuals who are terminally ill.

 

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