(3) Protecting the elderly from traffic accidents, crimes and disasters
In cooperation with the bodies concerned and local residents, an environment , where the elderly, especially those who live alone or are handicapped, can live peacefully, will be developed.
Measures, such as offering traffic safety seminars and developing traffic safety facilities for the elderly, will be taken to prevent the elderly from being involved in traffic accidents, as well as to protect the elderly from crimes, dangers associated with wandering due to dementia, human right infringements, and vicious traders. Moreover, disaster measures will be strengthened to protect the elderly who are vulnerable to disasters.
(4) Developing comfortable and energized living environments
To create comfortable urban environments, urban park development, roadside tree planting and public access-oriented waterfront development will be promoted.
In addition, to revitalize rural villages, measures will be taken to allow the elderly to exhibit their abilities in production activities, help their successors become established and improve living environments, taking regional features into consideration so that they can live with peace of mind.
5. Promoting Research
The research, development and use of technology greatly contributes to resolving issues associated with aging societies. Research activities that help realize an affluent and active aging society, such as research into diseases peculiar to the elderly and technical aids, and the development of foundations will be promoted.
(1) Promoting a variety of research activities
a. Research into diseases peculiar to the elderly
Research into diseases peculiar to the elderly, such as dementia and osteoporosis, as well as adult diseases, such as cerebral apoplexy, will be promoted. Research into disease prevention, and medical and care for the elderly, as well as basic research into aging will also be facilitated.
b. Research and development of technical aids
In order to support the independence of the elderly and reduce care burdens, research and development of technical aids and medical equipment for the elderly will be promoted.
