Legislative Framework
Legislative Framework
CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA (Act 108 OF 1996)
Older Persons Act (Act 13 of 2006)
Older Persons Act Booklet
Domestic Violence Act (Act No 116 of 1998)
Housing Development Schemes Act for Retired Persons (Act 65 of 1988)
Housing Act (Act 65 of 1988)
Mental Health Care Act (Act 17 of 2002)
Health Laws Amendment Act(Act 36 of 1977)
The prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land Act (Act 19 of 1998)
Social Assistance Act (Act 59 of 1992)
Social Service Professions Act (Act110 of 1978)
Please note: The above list of Acts of the South African Government is by no means exhaustive in terms of providing protection for the rights and interests of older persons.