Financial Security in Old Age

In old age financial security is a must for healthcare of elderly. With increase in longevity and nuclearisation of families, it is becoming a more serious concern, especially among those belonging to unorganised sector.

As per the latest PFRDA- CRISIL report entitled “Financial security for India’s elderly -The imperatives”, every 5th Indian by 2050 will be 60+ as compared to every 12th at present.  The report emphasised that with such demographic transition, development of the underpenetrated pension market in India be initiated now, when the situation is ripe.

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My Mother - My Inspiration

On the Occasion of Mother's Day, Senior Express (www.seniorexpress.in) published a very interesting article "My Mother - My Inspiration", where people across different generations (age range 25-80 years) shared their feelings and thoughts about their mother's importance in their life and development. Sharing a snippet from the published article along with a link for full article.

Mothers play a crucial role in the growth and development of their children. Right from changing our nappies to making us a self sufficient person, mothers have an essential role to play in our life. Behind every responsible, healthy and lively person there is a loving, caring and conscientious mother who not only brings a life to this world but also instills in that child feeling of empathy, care, love and respect. These teachings in turn influences the way of living and thinking throughout our life. No matter how old we grow our mother will always be an integral part of who we are and we can never thank them enough for their contribution in our growth.

To read full article click here: http://seniorexpress.in/social/my-mother-my-inspiration/

Please feel free to comments on this article or share with us your mother's role in your life.

105 Year Old Master Chef Granny

Meet Mastanamma a 105 year old great cook who is a master in cooking traditional recipes. She has become an internet sensation these days and is definitely an example of active and productive ageing

Enjoy watching her video: http://www.outlookindia.com/videos/this-105-year-old-cook-can-probably-give-top-chefs-a-run-for-their-money/429

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A Story on Active Ageing: I am 80 years old and my friends call me Superman

Sharing a story on active ageing in India from Senior Express .

This story is of Mr. Pandurangarao Sripathi, an 80 year old superman from Hyderabad who believes in 'simple living and high thinking' and who has dedicated his life for the welfare of others and for the development of society.

Read his full story - http://seniorexpress.in/health-fitness/80-years-old-friends-call-superman/