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    "content": "Article 57 of the Constitution requires the State to ensure there is a mechanism to protect the rights of the older members of the society. As a country, we should refrain from stigmatizing and abusing them because they are also human beings like us and deserve respect. This Bill calls for establishment of homes in all counties for the older members of the society. It is important for us to have a register of all older members of society. Once this Bill is passed, it will be in line with Chapter Four of the Constitution which upholds the rights of older members of the society and ensure they live a dignity life. This is the first time we will have a proper legal framework that will promote rights of older persons in the society. Mr. Speaker, Sir, this Bill ensures various programmes for older people will be started in those homes. They will be provided with food, healthcare and other physical activities that will keep them active throughout their stay in those homes. By so doing, their lifespan will also be enhanced. Mr. Speaker, Sir, this Bill calls for standardized homes for the older members of the society throughout the country. The Bill will provide for mechanisms for monitoring, evaluation and inspections of these homes. We do not want situations where these people will be neglected and live miserable life. Mr. Speaker, Sir, it is expected that county governments will come up with policies and programmes that will care of the older people in those homes. I believe these homes will be safe and will also take care of the mental status of those people. A few minutes ago, we were debating on the issue of mental illness, which can also occur because of negligence. We want these people to live a fulfilled life. Mr. Speaker, Sir, with those few points, I beg to support."
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