PIT / TIP
What ages classifies The Aged ?
65+
Other than ASOL, for the majority of The Aged, what is their most important need ?
Health
What resource do majority of The Aged have an abundance of
Time
Define Equity
Fairness
Access to Opportunities
Giving the right resources and help to those that need it
What is the biggest contribution the aged make to the community ?
Volunteering
Provide a negative term to describe the aged
Answer up to teacher desecration
In what two ways is an aged individuals income provided ?
Government pension or self funded retiree
What characteristic can being born overseas (37% of Aged) impact ?
First Language spoken
Provide an example of a government policy or legislation
- Aged Care act 1997
- Aged Care Act (Living Longer, Living Better) 2013
- Anti-Discrimination Act
- Age Discrimination Act
Speaking up for the group’s needs and concerns
The aged are a group of concern in Aus because they are a ____________ & _______ population
increasing & ageing population
Provide an example of a transport service for The Aged
Seniors opal card or community transport buses
Fill in the blank: ____________ is power (hint; it's a resource)
Knowledge
This community organisation provides personally delivered meals, safety and security check ins and emotional support
Meals On Wheels
When the community is educated about The Aged, what is removed ? Hint, starts with S
Stigma's
Which gender do we have more of in the aged population (Male or Female) ?
Double points if you can provide the % of aged females and males in entire population
Aged females outrank males.
30% females in Aus pop are aged compared to 25% males
This need is often abused as The Aged are socially vulnerable
Safety & Security EG Financial scams
What are the leading intellectual disabilities for The Aged
Alzheimers & Dementia
Provide a general example of a equity issue for the Aged
- Health issues, Financial security, Sense of identity, Transport, Employment, Suitable housing & Mobility
This popular Aussie TV show often highlights The Aged being innocent victims or tremendous community agents
A Current Affair
____ % of the aged provide consistent care for children under the age of 15 (answer must be in 2% range)
19%
This service helps the Aged find employment and is often confused as a senior dating platform
Seeking Seniors
When this ability is taken away it can affect an Aged persons mobility, access to services, sense of identity and self transport
Drivers license
This service helps with the specific equity issue of technology use for The Aged
Tech Savvy Seniors By Telstra
What iconic Australian sporting event were the aged heralded as being the backbone of because of their volunteer work