Document Summary
The Comprehensive Guide for Dealing with the Elderly in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia addresses the specific needs of the elderly and offers guidelines for providing physical, psychological, and social care both at home and in the community. It includes recommendations for managing chronic diseases, supporting mental well-being, and encouraging physical and social activity to ensure a high quality of life for the elderly. The guide emphasizes the importance of respecting and dignifying the elderly, while also detailing family and governmental support services available under the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
Main Headings and Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Guide Objectives: Raising awareness and education about caring for the elderly, promoting their social status.
- Speech by the Secretary-General of the Family Affairs Council: Highlights the significance of elderly care and the Council’s role.
- Terms and Vocabulary: Definitions of key terms related to elderly care.
- Caring for the Elderly Under the Kingdom’s Vision 2030: Initiatives aimed at enhancing the elderly’s well-being.
- National Family Strategy: The Family Affairs Council’s strategies for supporting the elderly.
- The Reality of Dealing with the Elderly in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Challenges faced by the elderly and their caregivers.
- Dealing with the Elderly at Home: Guidelines for in-home care.
- Dealing with the Elderly Outside the Home: Tips for companions on how to support the elderly outside their homes.
- Government Measures to Serve the Elderly: Overview of government services and initiatives.
- Health Care for the Elderly: Managing chronic conditions and common health issues.
- Healthy Nutrition for the Elderly: Nutritional advice tailored for the elderly.
- Physical Activity and Active Aging: The role of physical exercise in improving life quality.
- Volunteering and Community Work for the Elderly: Encouraging elderly participation in volunteer and social activities.
