Pakistan has a rapidly ageing population, with the number of seniors (people over the age of 65) expected to double in the next 20 years. However, the country lacks a comprehensive system for supporting and caring for its seniors, which can lead to challenges and difficulties for this population. Here are some statistics about the lack of support for seniors in Pakistan expressed as percentages:
- According to the World Health Organization, only about 10% of seniors in Pakistan have access to long-term care services, such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
- The United Nations Development Programme estimates that about 50% of seniors in Pakistan live in poverty, with many struggling to afford basic necessities such as food, shelter, and healthcare.
- The World Health Organization estimates that about 20% of seniors in Pakistan suffer from some form of abuse, such as physical, emotional, or financial abuse, with many more cases going unreported.
- According to a survey conducted by HelpAge International, about 70% of seniors in Pakistan feel that they are not treated with respect and dignity by society.
- The World Health Organization estimates that about 50% of seniors in Pakistan do not have access to essential healthcare services, including preventative care and treatment for chronic conditions.
- The United Nations Development Programme estimates that about 60% of seniors in Pakistan do not have access to social security or pension benefits, leaving them vulnerable to financial insecurity in their later years.
