Older Persons Act, 2006 (Act No. 13 of 2006)

Chapter 2 : Creating an Enabling and Supportive Environment for Older Persons

7. Rights of older persons

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Older persons enjoy the rights contemplated in section 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and in particular may not be unfairly denied the right to—

(a)participate in community life in any position appropriate to his or her interests and capabilities;
(b)participate in inter-generational programmes;
(c)establish and participate in structures and associations for older persons;
(d)participate in activities that enhance his or her income-generating capacity;
(e)live in an environment catering for his or her changing capacities; and
(f)access opportunities that promote his or her optimal level of social, physical, mental and emotional well being.