Thai community program curbs family caregiver burden

In developing countries, aging populations and lack of universal access to long-term care place the burden of care for older adults on their families. To mitigate this, researchers have implemented a community-integrated intermediary care model in Thailand. This service has proven effective in reducing caregiver burden and improving the functional ability and independence of older adults. The multi-pronged model includes care prevention activities, capacity building for family caregivers, and community respite services, and provides context for ongoing efforts to improve a global problem.