International Experience in Long-term Care Policy and China's Exploration
As aging deepens and familial roles diminish,the enhancement of long-term care policies becomes pivotal for optimizing future social security and eldercare service systems.This paper systematically outlines the characteristics of long-term care policies in major countries and regions worldwide,explores the possible determinants of model selection,and provides policy insights for refining long-term care insurance.Grounded in the current development of long-term care policies in China and the nation's proactive efforts to promote such insurance,the paper advocates for several policy considerations.Firstly,it emphasizes the need to establish the underlying logic and foundation of China's future long-term care insurance,clarify policy objectives,positioning,and operational modes in alignment with national strategy and future trends.Secondly,it underscores the importance of improving financing,assessment,and benefit programs,promoting system connectivity,and optimizing resource allocation to enhance operational efficiency.Thirdly,the paper calls for balancing benefit levels across different regions and groups to promote fairness,building on the equalization of public services.Lastly,it emphasizes the improvement of supporting resources for long-term care insurance to achieve sustainable and steady development.
disability risklong-term care policyinstitutional models