{"id":16223,"date":"2025-08-10T21:12:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-10T21:12:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.childeldercarefoundation.org\/?page_id=16223"},"modified":"2025-08-10T21:12:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-10T21:12:37","slug":"eldercare2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.childeldercarefoundation.org\/?page_id=16223","title":{"rendered":"Elder Care 2"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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1. Background and Rationale<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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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\u2019 Scheme, which provides a bi-monthly stipend to those aged 70 and above who are not on any pension plan.<\/p>

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

  • 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.<\/li>
  • 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.<\/li>
  • 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.<\/li>
  • The government is promoting entrepreneurship among older persons through initiatives like the Hustler Fund and Women Enterprise Fund.<\/li>
  • 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.<\/li><\/ul>

    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:<\/strong><\/p>

    • Facilitating access to inclusive services for older people with disabilities.<\/li>
    • Capacity building and training of caregivers for older persons.<\/li>
    • Running elder care programs, including temporary care and sensitization on available social protection schemes.<\/li>
    • Supporting policy development, research, and monitoring of programs for the elderly.<\/li>
    • Mobilizing resources and strategically financing interventions to protect and empower vulnerable populations.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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      2. Objectives of the Foundation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Financial Support for Care Services<\/strong><\/p>

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

        Capacity Building & Training<\/strong><\/p>

        • Fund training programs for caregivers, community groups, and trainers.<\/li>
        • Facilitate accreditation and continuous professional development.<\/li><\/ul>

          Infrastructure & System Development<\/strong><\/p>

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

            Policy Advocacy & Legal Support<\/strong><\/p>

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

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              Emergency and Crisis Response<\/strong><\/p>

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

                Research, Innovation, and Knowledge Generation<\/strong><\/p>

                • Fund research to identify emerging needs and develop innovative care models.<\/li>
                • Support monitoring and evaluation of care programs.<\/li><\/ul>

                  Public Awareness and Community Engagement<\/strong><\/p>

                  • Implement campaigns to promote rights, care standards, and community participation.<\/li><\/ul>

                    Partnership and Collaboration Support<\/strong><\/p>

                    • Facilitate multi-sector collaborations with governments, CSOs, FBOs, and the private sector.<\/li><\/ul>

                      Resource Mobilization and Fundraising<\/strong><\/p>

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

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                        3. Governance and Management Structure<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                        A robust governance structure will be established to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective management:<\/p>

                        • Steering Committee:<\/strong>\u00a0Representatives from government, CSOs, private sector, and development partners.<\/li>
                        • Foundation Secretariat:<\/strong>\u00a0Responsible for day-to-day operations, fund management, project appraisal, and reporting.<\/li>
                        • Technical Advisory Group:<\/strong>\u00a0Experts providing guidance on care standards, policies, and innovations.<\/li><\/ul>

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

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                            Video Links<\/strong><\/p>