PUBLISHED DECISION GUIDE
China's New Regulation on Elderly Care: What You Need to Know
The State Council General Office has issued a regulation to improve elderly care services, focusing on supervision, financing, caregiver training, and protection of seniors' rights.
On April 16, 2019, China's State Council General Office released a comprehensive regulation to enhance elderly care services, addressing the multilevel and diverse needs of the aging population.
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Overview of the Regulation
The State Council General Office released a regulation on April 16, 2019, aimed at improving elderly care services across China. The regulation contains six sections and 28 measures, emphasizing the establishment of a supervision system for elderly care services, deepening reforms in public-funded elderly care institutions, and enhancing precise government investment.
Key Measures and Requirements
The regulation mandates expanding channels for investment and financing in the elderly care sector, and promoting employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. It also calls for a system to recognize the skills of caregivers, providing them with more education and training opportunities. Additionally, it stresses the importance of protecting the rights and interests of the elderly, including addressing illegal fund-raising activities in the sector.
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