Abstract: This study sought to identify Socio-economic challenges faced by the elderly in general, with focus on L’Avie foundation in Kibera, Nairobi County, Kenya. Descriptive survey was used as the key method investigation in this research. Data was collected using Questionnaires and Observation guide which were concisely analyzed and interpreted. Key findings indicate that the elderly of L “Avie” Foundation face major challenges such as changes in family structure, lack of consultation or involvement in decision making, lack recreational facilities, sharing of inadequate pit latrines and the practice of poor garbage disposal. Economic challenges include lack of social security protection such as NHIF, NSSF, lack of Capital assets. Causes of social economic challenges include migration to urban areas, unemployment, social exclusion from economic activities and poor hygiene. The study makes several recommendations such as more mobilization and involvement of the neighboring communities, as a way self sustenance.
Keywords: Socio-Economic Challenges, Elderly, L “Avie” foundation, social security.
Title: SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHALLENGES EXPERIENCED BY THE ELDERLY: A CASE OF L “AVIE” FOUNDATION IN KIBERA- KENYA
Author: Jackline Moraa Ombasa, Elvis Omondi Kauka
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
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