The problems associated with an ageing population ageing population 4.0 / 5 based on 4 ratings ? GeographyPopulation changeGCSE Created by: Danni Heron-BrooksCreated on: 31-05-12 13:11 The problems associated with an ageing population As the population gets older there will be an increase in degenerative diseases such as cancers, heart diseases and Alzheimer's. Specific housing needs - such as homes without stairs and wider doorways for wheelchair access. The government will have to provide more sheltered accommodations and nursing homes. People are living long lives; 15-20 years after retiring, so they are claiming pensions for longer. The annual cost of dementia care is expected to double within the next 20 years to £47 billion. 1 of 1
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