التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
Identifying Accessibility and Equity Defects of Elderly Care Services in Developing Countries: Insights From Xiamen City. |
| المؤلفون: |
Wei, Linjiang, Fang, Ya, Zhang, Liangwen, Oh, Younjae |
| المصدر: |
Journal of Nursing Management; 9/23/2024, p1-15, 15p |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
HEALTH services accessibility, STATISTICAL correlation, HOME care services, RESEARCH funding, MEDICAL quality control, POPULATION geography, DESCRIPTIVE statistics, NURSING care facilities, AGING, RESEARCH, GEOGRAPHIC information systems, TECHNOLOGY, MEDICAL care for older people, QUALITY assurance, HEALTH care rationing, ALGORITHMS, NONPARAMETRIC statistics, DEVELOPING countries |
| مصطلحات جغرافية: |
CHINA |
| مستخلص: |
Background: The global aging population has raised concerns about the fair distribution of elderly care resources. China, as the largest developing country, has made efforts to address population aging challenges. However, equitable distribution of elderly care resources remains a concern. This study analyzed the spatial layout and accessibility of elderly care service facilities (ECSFs) in Xiamen City to improve resource allocation and enhance the elderly care system in China. The findings provide valuable insights for other developing countries and regions seeking to improve their own elderly care resource allocation. Methods: Xiamen City was chosen as the research area due to its unique geographical location and advanced information technology infrastructure. The study examined the spatial distribution, accessibility, and equity of ECSFs. Using Python, point of interest (POI) data were collected and evaluated using the kernel density method and two‐step floating catchment area method. Spatial autocorrelation analysis identified areas of aggregation and dispersion in ECSF accessibility. Results: Xiamen currently has 660 ECSFs, including nursing homes, adult day care centers, home care agencies, and rural elderly care homes. The analysis revealed spatial disparities, with ECSFs clustering primarily in the central area of Xiamen Island. Significant differences in accessibility were found among the four types of ECSFs. Spatial autocorrelation analysis identified cold and hot spot areas, indicating variations in accessibility across regions. Conclusion: Xiamen City has made progress in allocating elderly care resources and constructing service facilities. However, equity in resource allocation remains a concern. Areas with limited accessibility were identified, leading to unequal access to elderly care resources and timely physical care. To address these challenges, decision‐making departments should consider increasing facilities, improving transportation, enhancing macro planning, and improving facility service quality and accessibility. These measures will optimize ECSF accessibility and promote equitable distribution of elderly care resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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