Analyse the effect of access to resources on the wellbeing of the aged. Why is access to resources compounded by individuals who are affected by a number of factors?

Wellbeing is a state in which an individual's physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs are met and a balance between family, work, leisure and community is achieved. It is important for the aged to be able to access resources so that they can meet their needs and hence achieve wellbeing. However there are factors that affect their access to resources which include disability, education, ethnicity/culture, gender, location, and socio economic status Age is an …

…economic status may not be aware of services available to help her, for example home modifications and government support. Even if she was aware of these services she may not be able to access them physically because she is blind or she might not be able to afford some services which aren't government funded. Her home may not be properly suited for a blind elderly person and so her need for safety wouldn't be met.