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Due to changing of demographic, economic, political and environmental the
livelihood strategies developed by aged people deserve particular attention. Lack of
government support and decreasing extension family has meant that older people are
increasingly expected to find their own means of support into old age to develop
their own strategies and rely on their own resources.
A sample size of 65 (sixty five) respondents among the population of elderly persons
in fishing community was employed, and two active selected Organizations that
support older people are used. This study uses an explorative approach to understand
various livelihood strategies of the elderly in Kendwa fishing community. The study
used in-depth interviews as data collection tool. Through the livelihoods framework
the research analyzes the various impacts affecting the attainment of sustainable
livelihood outcomes of elderly in Kendwa fishing communities.
The finding shows that, there is many challenges face older people who reside in
Kendwa fishing community, some of them are, poverty, lack of capital, poor fishing
tools and diseases. Also the study reveals that there are no any existing livelihood
strategies taken to improve the lives of older people in Kendwa fishing community.
In addition to that, the research finds that, community and families are the main
institutions that help and support older people.
To conclude, various recommendations should be done by government, NGOs, and
religious leaders, such as to promote healthy life style to prevent and manage chronic
diseases and condition of older people. Moreover, to identify, promote and
strengthen traditional supports system. This step may help to enhance the ability of
families and communities to care for older family members. Preparation, plan and
implement special pension scheme for all elderly should be also considered |
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