Care and Support for Older People

Abstract

‘Aged care’ is becoming a central concern in Australian society at large as well as for governments that aim to sustain the well-being of frail, older Australians. Timely and adequate health and aged care services are required to meet the challenges of the steady increase in people at advanced ages and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases. This chapter constructively examines ‘support and care’, inclusive of consumers and caregivers, provider organisations and care professionals, policymakers and governments. It presents a forward-looking view and identifi es some complex issues and challenges in developing new directions for more effective systems of care and support. Show more