Long-term Care Insurance Policy Concerning the Quality of Home Care for Disabled Elderly in Shanghai China:An Empirical Study
This empirical study aims to investigate the effects of the Long-term Care Insurance (LTC) policy on the quality of home care for disabled elderly individuals in Shanghai, China. There are certain gaps exist, particularly concerning disparities in payment methods, caregiver levels, challenges in selecting a form of care, and comparisons between home and day care. The primary focus of this study is to address these gaps by examining the influence of home care on severely disabled older individuals. Additionally, it explores recent changes in Shanghai's LTC policy, finding that the government in Shanghai has widen the coverage for home care services, improved the quality of service personnel and simplified the decision-making process. By collating and analyzing this information, a deeper understanding of the impact of the LTC policy on the quality of home care for disabled elderly individuals in Shanghai will be attained. This study strives to contribute valuable insights that can inform policy improvements and enhance the overall well-being of disabled elderly individuals receiving home care services in Shanghai, China.
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