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Understanding the “state of play” of long-term care provision in low- and middle-income countries
Glinskaya, E., Feng, Z., & Suarez-Biglieri, G. (2022). Understanding the “state of play” of long-term care provision in low- and middle-income countries. International Social Security Review, 75(3-4), 71-101. https://doi.org/10.1111/issr.12308
In this article, we provide an overview of the current long-term care (LTC) landscape across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), based on an analysis and synthesis of literature review findings. We begin with a brief assessment of LTC needs on the demand side, followed by a supply side assessment of the available mix of formal LTC services vis-à-vis informal care provision. Next, we describe and discuss the role of government policies in LTC provision and governance. We conclude by discussing and offering practical LTC policy considerations for LMICs, drawing on experiences, best practices and lessons learned from high-income countries.
