New assessment reveals widespread exclusion of older people from humanitarian aid, healthcare and decision-making following 2024 cross-border escalation.
Older people overlooked in post-conflict and recovery efforts
More than six months after the 2024 cross-border escalation between Israel and Lebanon, older people across the country continue to face significant challenges — from disrupted healthcare to limited humanitarian access. While important efforts have been made to support affected communities, a new assessment by HelpAge International, developed in collaboration with members of the HelpAge global network, Amel Association International and IDRAAC, finds that many older people are still falling through the cracks of recovery efforts and being left out of the decisions that shape their future.
The assessment, carried out across five regions in Lebanon, surveyed 670 older women and men aged 60 and above. It highlights deep inequalities in access to essential services and stark evidence of neglect, especially among those with disabilities or living alone.
