Introduction
Regional Implementation Strategy
I. Older persons and development
1) Mainstreaming ageing into development policy and promoting full integration and participation of older persons
2) Provision of social protection and security
3) Alleviation of poverty in old age
4) Older persons and emergencies
5) Promoting positive attitudes towards ageing and older persons
6) Employment of older persons
7) Recognizing gender specific issues in ageing
II. Advancing health and well being into old age
8) Ensuring the quality of life at all ages, including independent living, health and well being
9) Providing quality health and long-term care
III. Ensuring enabling and supportive environments
10) Older persons and the family
11) Social service and community support
12) Housing and enabling environments
13) Care and support to caregivers
14) Protection of the rights of older persons
IV. Implementation and follow up
15) National mechanisms on ageing
16) Regional and international cooperation
