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Federal Government Launches Aging Desks in 40 MDAs to Enhance Senior Citizens’ Care
Federal Government Launches Aging Desks in 40 MDAs to Enhance Senior Citizens’ Care....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Federal Government has established at least 40 dedicated desks for the care of senior citizens across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This initiative aims to address the diverse needs of the aging population, acknowledging that no single agency can tackle these challenges alone.
During an inaugural training program for Quality Assurance Assessors in the Geriatric Social Care Skills Sector held in Abuja, Dr. Emem Omokaro, Director-General of the National Senior Citizens Center (NSCC), emphasized the importance of collaboration among different agencies. The NSCC’s initiative reflects a commitment to ensuring that senior citizens receive the appropriate care they deserve.
Importance of Collaboration
Dr. Omokaro noted that each ministry has distinct statutory responsibilities, making it crucial for them to work together. While the specific MDAs housing these desks were not disclosed, the NSCC leader highlighted the significance of partnerships in enhancing the care for older persons. She mentioned that the NSCC has engaged in high-level advocacy to promote this collaboration, which includes establishing Memorandums of Understanding with key ministries such as the Ministry of Health and the National Board for Technical Education.
Development of Quality Assurance Systems
The NSCC has also developed a Care Quality Assurance System for Nigeria, featuring national benchmarks and minimum standards for accrediting care settings. Dr. Omokaro stated, “No one person, no single ministry can handle ageing alone… NSCC has dug deep to understand different mandates of relevant agencies.” This new system aims to bring standards and quality to the care of senior citizens, which is crucial for their well-being.
Dr. Omokaro emphasized that older persons deserve care that is appropriate, acceptable, and available. She highlighted the NSCC’s commitment to establishing quality standards through collaboration with professionals in geriatrics and social care. This initiative is a significant step toward improving the lives of senior citizens in Nigeria.
Training and Certification for Care Providers
Dr. Omokaro further stressed that providing quality care for older persons requires skilled professionals. She pointed out the need for training and certification for those involved in geriatric care. “For anyone to have this skill, you need to be trained,” she explained, underscoring the role of training providers in this sector. The current training program includes heads of geriatrics, consultant geriatricians, family physicians, and nurses from various tertiary institutions.
Changing Perceptions of Aging
During her keynote address at the Humanitarian Service Diamond Awards 2024, Dr. Omokaro addressed the negative attitudes often associated with aging. She remarked, “Ageing is what everybody prays for. It calls for celebration.” However, she acknowledged the prevailing pessimism surrounding older persons, who are sometimes viewed as burdens rather than valuable contributors to society. Dr. Omokaro aims to shift this narrative by promoting the capabilities and contributions of the aging population.
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