According
to Taiwan News. By 2026, Taiwan will become a super-aged society where at least
20 percent of the population are 65 or older, the National Development Council
said in 2019.
We cannot deny that it is exhausting to take
care of elderly people, especially if they cannot take care of themselves. They
are also vulnerable to loneliness, which can adversely affect their mental
health. Providing them with services such as delivering meals, helping with
household chores, giving them company, would address their practical and
emotional needs. Through such services, we would be able to contribute to society
and make a difference.
I
consider that three types of services should be provided. First, meals should
be delivered to those elderly people who cannot cook themselves. If they cannot cook themselves, they might resort
to fast food, which is not good for their health. The delivery of meals would
ensure that they eat at regular times and follow a healthy diet. Secondly,
volunteers should be mobilized to clean up their homes at regular intervals. They
are not physically strong enough to keep their homes clean, which might
increase the risk of contracting diseases. Thirdly, they should be engaged
through various activities so that they do not feel lonely. The activities need
not be too fancy. Sometimes a visit is what they enjoy and look forward to. They
can share their interesting stories in life whereas the volunteers can talk
about what they usually do, for example, on campus. Such exchange and company
would spice up their lives.
As
the aging population has posed a range of challenges for society, it is
important for everyone to show concern for the elderly and provide them with appropriate
assistance. Through the activities proposed above, we would be able to help the
elderly in need.
