Title: In Your Country, What Is the Role of Elderly People?
Headings: In Your Country, What Is the Role of Elderly People?
In Your Country, What Is the Role of Elderly People?
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The elderly are often the most religious and charitable members of the family. In India, religion and charity are often closely linked, and the elderly lead the way in giving to the needy. Grandfathers and grandmothers play a significant part in bringing up children. From babysitting and storytelling, to cooking for and feeding the kids, they provide a unique kind of loving care, which is one of the best parts about growing up in a joint family. Advertisement
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The different Indian regional communities have strong internal strong support systems for their members, and veterans of these groups are critical to networking within these groups, providing younger people with vital introductions which lead to business and romantic opportunities (think arranged marriages). There is a lot of social stigma associated with sending your octogenarian grandparents to an old-age home or mistreating/disrespecting them. Advertisement
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Answer by Faye Wang: As with all my Chinese related answers, I want to make clear that China is a vast country with distinctive cultures. My answer is based on my own experience and observation. While I try to cover the bases, it’s by no means the one and only truth.