elder care

The Netherlands spends more per capita on publicly funded elder care than any other country, yet nearly half of elderly Dutch residents still rely on informal family and friend care. In the U.S., over 80% of elderly individuals needing care depend on kin, challenging the misconception that professional care is more prevalent. The article highlights that even with higher public investment, informal care remains dominant globally.

The article highlights the soaring costs of nursing home care in the U.S., emphasizing the financial burden on senior citizens and their families. Reporter Cindy Adams examines how these rising expenses force many to deplete savings or rely on inadequate insurance coverage.

Germany is implementing a policy where adults without children will pay higher taxes to fund elder care, redistributing the financial burden of aging populations. The change aims to address funding gaps in the social care system.