Did you know that in China, young people are helping grandparents live happier lives? 😊 Meet Ma, a 24-year-old who has a special job called an elderly ability evaluator. Let’s find out what she does!
What’s an Elderly Ability Evaluator?
Ma’s job is to check how elderly people are doing in their daily lives. She visits seniors in nursing homes and asks them questions like, “Can you dress yourself?” or “Do you need help with cooking?” This helps her understand how much help they need.
Why Is This Important?
China has a lot of elderly people—about 297 million who are over 60 years old! That’s like almost the whole population of the United States! 🧓👵 With so many seniors, it’s important to make sure they’re happy and healthy.
How Does Ma Help?
Ma spends about 30 minutes with each person, talking to them and sometimes doing simple tests. She’s not just filling out forms; she’s making friends! By understanding their needs, she can help create a special care plan just for them.
Learning to Care
Many schools in China are now teaching students how to care for the elderly. Over 770 colleges offer programs in elderly care! This means more young people like Ma can help grandparents all over the country.
Why It Matters
Ma says, “I’m not just helping to assess their abilities; I’m giving them a voice.” By listening to the elderly, she helps them live better lives. Isn’t that amazing?
Making a Difference
As more people like Ma do this important work, elderly people can live with dignity and happiness. It’s all about caring and helping each other! ❤️
What can you do to help the elderly in your community?
Reference(s):
China's elderly ability evaluators ensure quality of life in old age
cgtn.com
