It is extremely important for all State Governments to have their own Guidelines, Standards and Policies on Eldercare including Care Homes and Home Care.
There are very few States and Union Territories in India who are working towards a more inclusive Elder Friendly society.
When one comes across encouraging documents like, “Revised Guidelines for the establishment of Old Age Homes with co-management approach in Telangana State, it is important to share the details for the benefit of the larger cause.
This document talks about the details for Establishing Old Age Homes under the co-management model, which is mainly funded by the Government and partly by the NGO partner.
The document ‘Telangana State – Old Age Homes Guidelines’ can be downloaded here or can be viewed below