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Malawi: Life in your years

The Documentary Podcast

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Elder Care in Malawi: Challenges and Resilience

This chapter examines the struggles of a civil society organization in Malawi focused on elderly care amidst poor infrastructure and funding issues. It highlights personal narratives illustrating the changing perceptions of the elderly in Africa, the societal neglect they face, and the ongoing fight for dignity and respect. Through stories of resilience, particularly of a 101-year-old man, the chapter underscores the importance of community engagement and the complexities of healthy aging in low-income settings.

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