Care in the community? Impacts on care and quality for the aged

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Most people are well aware that, particularly in developed countries, there are ageing populations that spell potentially nightmare scenarios for public health provision. But when we think about this, thoughts always turn to hospitals, general practitioners or the aged themselves and never the real front-line communities that will face this problem. That is the families, friends and professional people who will see increasing amounts of their time and resources required to look after the elderly.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2016), "Care in the community? Impacts on care and quality for the aged", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 24 No. 1, pp. 35-37. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-10-2015-0164