The perfect storm is well publicised. Our population is ageing. By 2032 over half the population in Scotland will be over 60. This generation is increasingly demanding better and more personalised services while putting considerable strain on our public services such as health and care services. And as these pressures increase, we are faced with decreasing public funds.
It all sounds pretty gloomy. Yet we believe that older people should not by default be seen as a burden to society, in fact quite the opposite. There is a wealth of local knowledge and expertise amongst older people - untapped potential which could be of huge benefit to society. What's more, if we provide ways to keep older people involved in society, they are less likely to be a burden on our health and services.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Age is no limitation to social entrepreneurship | Social enterprise network | Guardian Professional
Author: Gillian Easson
