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Older adults are prone to unique challenges and difficulties due to the physiology and societal expectations of ageing. Additionally, challenges common to the human experience impact older adults differently because of myriad factors, such as the accumulation of multiple chronic illnesses, high rates of cognitive impairment and dementia, and a gradual loss of independence.