Panorama of Aging and Care for Dependency in Mexico

Author / Authors: Mariana López-Ortega y Natalia Aranco
Publication date: 02/10/2020

This document describes the health and dependency conditions in Mexico, particularly of the elderly, as well as the main socio-demographic and economic characteristics of this group. It also analyzes the supply of dependency care services, the regulations on aging and disability, as well as the role of the government and the private sector in the provision of services. This technical note is part of a series of studies on aging and care services for dependent people in Latin America.

Categories

Type edition: EUROsociAL+ Collection
Coordinator: EUROsociAL+
Language: Spanish
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Section: Studies
Series: Learning about social cohesion
Number: 4
Type of publication: EUROsociAL+ Collection
Area: Social policies
Keyword: Aging; dependency; attention to dependency; social inclusion; Latin America and the Caribbean; México
SDG: Good health & well-being, Reduced inequalities, Peace, justice and strong institutions, Partnerships for the goals