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Study on the Challenges and Strategies of Integrating Social Work into Community Care for Elderly Individuals with Disabilities
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Abstract
With the intensification of population aging, the elderly population base has expanded further, accompanied by a rise in the number of elderly individuals with disabilities. However, the current public elderly care resources are insufficient to meet the care needs of this population. This paper, grounded in the perspective of social work, explores the advantages and disadvantages of different care models for elderly individuals with disabilities and proposes targeted suggestions. It aims to establish a care model within the community that integrates family care as the foundation, complemented by case services and community care. The ultimate goal is to address the daily challenges faced by elderly individuals with disabilities and improve their quality of life and sense of well-being.
Keywords
social work, elderly individuals with disabilities, community care
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Hu,W. (2024). Study on the Challenges and Strategies of Integrating Social Work into Community Care for Elderly Individuals with Disabilities. Advances in Social Behavior Research,14,45-50.
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