These recommendations are directed to Government as well as all other sectors. Civil society needs to recognise it has responsibilities and opportunities for action as well. For Government , it is essential that an adequate income, housing and health services for older people are secured. Concurrently, polices that promote healthy living, remove barriers to paid work and provide access to life-long learning must be strengthened. Government also needs to show leadership itself, by modelling policies and practices which promote positive ageing.
Business needs to recognise and be responsive to the growing market of older consumers.
Older people themselves are likely to have an even higher profile in the business sector, not only as consumers but as investors, managers, workers, innovators and mentors. Local government is in a unique position of influence through their responsibility for roading, transport, environmental regulation and housing, recreational and cultural services. The Government should encourage the development and capacity of NGOs, and ensure their independence. It is also critical that NGOs are able to participate, at an early and high level, in planning and implementing policies and services. Many nations around the world involve NGOs as core institutions in their national infrastructure for ageing.