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The researcher decided to do research on this area as it is an area neglected in the society as well as in the field of Social Work
The researcher was concerned about the elderly people because, there is quite a number of them in Okahandja and they are often neglected and even abuse alcohol. They also don't have much to do in their spare time
After the problem was identified and formulated, a literature study was done about the field of old age and the effects of alcoholism on an individual. An empirical investigation was done through interview schedules with the elderly people. The data obtained was processed and interpreted, and conclusions and recommendations were made
The researcher aims at making knowledge available to the Ministry of Health and Social Services to conduct effective services with the old age [for the aged]