Dignity Living for Hong Kong Elderly: Living at a "Cave"

Abstract

Elderly are our treasure! - is supposed to be one of the core cultures of our society in Hong Kong (HK). However, the issues of HK elderly are unexpected in this century. What is happening with our aged in HK society? A group of HK elderly have been face-to-face connected in 2017-18 with social work students (studying social gerontology). Research findings include insights on the actual living conditions of HK elders. Their consideration of dignity living are shared. Other than that, more findings on how the aged in responding to the aging population phenomena, that has been strongly highlighted in the context of HK society are highlighted.

Presenters

Ching Yee Chow

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Social and Cultural Perspectives on Aging

KEYWORDS

Living Dignity

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