A thought came to mind..!

What is the relevance of Old Age Homes in India? Many factors have contributed to the alienation of the elders. Migration of  young couples from the rural areas to cities in search of better employment opportunities to fend for themselves. Elders who have been in control of the household for a long time are unwilling to give up the responsiblity to their children. Youngsters on their part are sometimes resentful of the attitude of their parents. Many youngsters have moved to places far away from their native homes and in the recent past to many countries abroad. So even if they want to they cannot accomodate their parents in their own homes. Elders are sometimes too incapaciated or unwell to look after themselves or get medical care especially in an emergency. All these have made the old age homes seem more relevant in the Indian context than ever before.

What are the types of Old Age Homes in India? There are two types of Old Age Homes in India. One is the "Free" type which cares for the destitute old people who have no one else to care for them. They are given shelter, food, clothing and medical care. The second type is the "Paid" home where care is provided for a fee. Nowadays, such "Retirement" homes have become very popular in India and they are well worth considering.