Silver Opportunity Case Studies: Experiences with Building Integrated Services for Older Adults around Primary Health Care

Bys: Hou, Xiaohui, Jigyasa, Jigyasa, Zhao, Feng

Health care systems must be prepared to address the expanding and complex needs of an aging population. Rather than a 'silver challenge, ' this situation should be seen as an opportunity to reevaluate and reorganize the health care delivery system holistically. Silver Opportunity Case Studies presents a comprehensive examination of care for older adults in diverse economic and geographic contexts through a collection of country and regional case studies. This collection of case studies complements the synthesis volume of global evidence--Silver Opportunity: Building Integrated Services for Older Adults around Primary Health Care--by offering practical insights for decision-making, sharing knowledge, and encouraging cross-learning. The book provides a deeper understanding of the complexities involved and highlights key issues and current practices at the country level. The overarching goal of the volume is to inform policy makers, health care professionals, and other stakeholders about effective practices for caring for older adults and to support the development of evidence-based policies that enhance their health and well-being.d well-being.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1464820147
• ISBN13: 9781464820144
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: World Bank Publications
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.8" x 10.2"