Abstract
Aim: The purpose of this study is to investigate the condition of long-term care for the disabled elderly in South Taiwan. This study focused on a nursing home in a relatively rural district as an example.Methodology: The research design used a qualitative research method. Using SWOT analysis, the advantages, disadvantages, opportunities, and hazards in the elderly health care industry are evaluated.Findings: After critically evaluating the elderly healthcare industry, this study highlighted ways in which providers may take advantage of the strengths and opportunities, and respond to weaknesses and threats.Implications/Novelty: This study showed that although the care of elderly management is still an emerging industry in Taiwan, elderly care is bound to become the mainstream of the future health care market. It is necessary to improve the efficacy of caring work and to maintain self-respect and dignity in old age. The Government should continue to actively improve the health care system for the disabled elderly, by letting people have the benefit of a more accessible and high-quality long-term care service.
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