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The contribution of older people to development
 — the Ghana Study
Author(s)Kwaku Ahenkora
Corporate AuthorHelpAge International; HelpAge Ghana
PublisherHelpAge International, London, 1999
Pages74 pp
SourceHelpAge International, 67-74 Saffron Hill, London EC1N 8QX.
KeywordsEconomic status [elderly] ; Social roles ; Ghana.
AnnotationIn Ghana, old age is primarily defined in relation to the ability to work and to make social and economic contributions: most older people lead active lives. This report concerns a project, the aim of which was to contribute to a greater responsiveness of policies and services to the needs and capabilities of disadvantaged older people in Africa. It examines livelihood strategies, support systems and services, health, and well-being. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-990707217 B
ClassmarkF:W: TM5: 7MS

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