Has the long-term care insurance resolved disparities in mortality for older Koreans? examination of service type and income level

In conclusion, the mortality rate of in-home care of LTCS with middle low- or low income level was higher than that of facility care users in Korea. Consequently, these findings point to the need for program improvements to the quality and quantity of the in-home LTCSs for elderly Koreans. Ensuring a “continuum of care” through education for service providers and stronger relationships with the recipients’ families could improve overall quality. There is a particular need to devote more attention to the needs of low-income elderly who currently lack sufficient the health coverage.
Source: Social Science and Medicine - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research