Abstract

This study attempted to provide data and implications for establishing a competent care network system through implementing community-based integrated care policies by examining the network between the district office, the SOS care center, and social welfare institutions within the local community. The target area was S District in Seoul, and in all twenty-six general social welfare centers, institutions and organizations for the elderly and the disabled were analyzed for social networking among private institutions.
 The structure and characteristics of the network between the district office and social welfare organization were examined through sociogram and centrality. The network between organizations carrying out integrated care in S District of the Seoul, was led by the local government, and the district office had a great influence. In addition, by confirming the role of the SOS care center as a central institution in the network in discovery and request of subjects, the basis for promoting an integrated care policy centered on local governments was presented. This study confirmed the importance of a public-private network in establishing a community-based advanced care service delivery system by revealing the characteristics of private central institutions participating in the network. Finally, this study proposed practical implications for the expansion and development of community-based integrated care.

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