title: The economics of caring for the aged.
abstract: Certain aspects of the economics of caring for the aged in South Africa are considered. The few years before an accelerated growth rate of the population in South Africa takes place should be used to prepare the economic and other resources of the country. The increasing per capita income of the non-White population should supply the resources to meet the needs of its aged. The use of various accommodations facilities is reviewed. Guidance of medical and paramedical experts, who are specially trained to care for the aged, is needed.
mesh_terms: D001741:Black or African American; D000368:Aged; D044383:Black People; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D005006:Ethnicity; D005102:Health Expenditures; D006761:Hospitals; D006801:Humans; D007182:Income; D011157:Population Dynamics; D013019:South Africa