| Title | An international perspective on long term care: focus on nursing homes |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2011 |
| Authors | Katz PR |
| Journal | Journal of the American Medical Directors Association |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 7 |
| Pagination | 487-492. e1 |
| Date Published | Sep |
| ISBN Number | 1538-9375 (Electronic)<br/>1525-8610 (Linking) |
| Accession Number | 21450252 |
| Keywords | Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Disease Management, Forecasting, Frail Elderly, Geriatrics/trends, Global Health, Health Planning/*trends, Health Services for the Aged/*trends, Health Services Needs and Demand/*trends, Homes for the Aged/*trends, Humans, institutionalization, Long-Term Care/trends, Nursing Homes/*trends, Population Growth |
| Abstract | The world is facing an unprecedented growth of older adults, a sizable number of whom will require nursing home services. Although community-based care delivery systems strive to keep most of those in need at home, nursing homes are increasingly accommodating a more frail population that is straining available resources. This article focuses on common themes evident around the world regarding long-term care of the elderly. Issues related to service delivery, financing, and quality are highlighted. |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.jamda.2011.01.017 |
