{"id":15803,"date":"2025-07-01T05:34:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T05:34:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.childeldercarefoundation.org\/?page_id=15803"},"modified":"2025-08-07T05:29:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T05:29:10","slug":"elder-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.childeldercarefoundation.org\/?page_id=15803","title":{"rendered":"Elder Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Elder Care<\/h1>\n\n

1. Background and Rationale<\/h2>\n

The care burden for elderly persons remains a significant challenge, particularly in informal setups and rural areas in Kenya. Currently, the government has put in place various interventions like the Inua Jamii Senior Citizens’ Scheme, which provides a bi-monthly stipend to those aged 70 and above who are not on any pension plan.<\/p>\n\n

The following are current government interventions for older persons:<\/p>\n

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  • \n The Older Persons Cash Transfer (OPCT) Program targets vulnerable older individuals. Initially a pilot program targeting households with individuals aged 65 and above, it has evolved into a program providing individual benefits to those aged 70 years and above who are not on a pension plan or other social protection initiatives.\n <\/li>\n
  • \n The government is currently working on expanding the OPCT program to include those aged 60 years and above. There are also efforts to develop a comprehensive Older Persons Bill.\n <\/li>\n
  • \n The Constitution of Kenya, specifically Article 57, mandates the state to protect and support older persons by ensuring their equal participation in decision-making, access to personal development, dignity, and freedom from abuse.\n <\/li>\n
  • \n The government is promoting entrepreneurship among older persons through initiatives like the Hustler Fund and Women Enterprise Fund.\n <\/li>\n
  • \n The Public Benefit Organizations (PBO) Act, 2013 aims to foster partnerships between the government and civil society organizations to address the financial gap and improve public service delivery.\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

    \n Child and Elder Care Foundation has sought collaboration with the State Department of Senior Citizens Affairs under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection in the following:\n <\/p>\n

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    • Facilitating access to inclusive services for older people with disabilities.<\/li>\n
    • Capacity building and training of caregivers for older persons.<\/li>\n
    • Running elder care programs, including temporary care and sensitization on available social protection schemes.<\/li>\n
    • Supporting policy development, research, and monitoring of programs for the elderly.<\/li>\n
    • Mobilizing resources and strategically financing interventions to protect and empower vulnerable populations.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

      2.0 Objectives of the Foundation<\/h2>\n\n

      2.1 Financial Support for Care Services<\/h3>\n
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      • Provide grants or subsidies for health, nutrition, education, and home care.<\/li>\n
      • Support vulnerable families and institutional care providers.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

        2.2 Capacity Building and Training<\/h3>\n
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        • Fund training programs for caregivers, community groups, and trainers.<\/li>\n
        • Facilitate accreditation and continuous professional development.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

          2.3 Infrastructure and System Development<\/h3>\n
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          • Invest in care facilities such as day-care centers, elderly homes, and protection centers.<\/li>\n
          • Develop digital systems for caregiver registration, data management, and monitoring.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

            2.4 Policy Advocacy and Legal Support<\/h3>\n
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            • Fund initiatives that advocate for legal protections, caregiver rights, and policy reforms.<\/li>\n
            • Support integration of care work into national labor and social protection policies.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

              2.5 Emergency and Crisis Response<\/h3>\n
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              • Provide rapid support during health crises, natural disasters, or conflicts.<\/li>\n
              • Support emergency shelters, health services, and psycho-social assistance (e.g., mobile clinics and mobile X-ray units).<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                2.6 Research, Innovation, and Knowledge Generation<\/h3>\n
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                • Fund research to identify emerging needs and develop innovative care models.<\/li>\n
                • Support monitoring and evaluation of care programs.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                  2.7 Public Awareness and Community Engagement<\/h3>\n
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                  • Implement campaigns to promote rights, care standards, and community participation.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                    2.8 Partnership and Collaboration Support<\/h3>\n
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                    • Facilitate multi-sector collaborations with governments, CSOs, FBOs, and the private sector.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                      2.9 Resource Mobilization and Fundraising<\/h3>\n
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                      • Secure financial contributions from government, private sector, development partners, and individuals.<\/li>\n
                      • Establish endowment and sustainability funds for long-term impact.<\/li>\n
                      • Launch targeted fundraising campaigns.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                        3. Governance and Management Structure<\/h2>\n

                        A robust governance structure will be established to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective management:<\/p>\n

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                        • Steering Committee:<\/strong> Representatives from government, CSOs, private sector, and development partners.<\/li>\n
                        • Foundation Secretariat:<\/strong> Responsible for day-to-day operations, fund management, project appraisal, and reporting.<\/li>\n
                        • Technical Advisory Group:<\/strong> Experts providing guidance on care standards, policies, and innovations.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                          4. Expected Outcomes<\/h2>\n
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                          • Improved access to quality care services for vulnerable children and elderly persons.<\/li>\n
                          • Empowered, trained, and supported caregivers.<\/li>\n
                          • Strengthened legal protections and care systems.<\/li>\n
                          • Increased public awareness and reduced stigma around care work.<\/li>\n
                          • Enhanced resilience in responding to emergencies affecting care systems.<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n

                            5. Conclusion and Call to Action<\/h2>\n

                            \n The establishment of the Child and Elder Care Foundation represents a critical step in promoting inclusive development, safeguarding vulnerable populations, and recognizing the value of caregiving. We invite all stakeholders to partner with us in operationalizing this fund and jointly building a more compassionate, equitable, and resilient society.\n <\/p>\n\n

                            9. Next Steps<\/h2>\n
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                            • Convene stakeholder consultations to finalize foundation structure.<\/li>\n
                            • Establish the foundation secretariat and governance bodies.<\/li>\n
                            • Launch initial resource mobilization campaigns.<\/li>\n
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