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Factors Affecting Long-Term Care Preferences in Turkey.
Ozden Guduk1, Hasan Giray Ankara2
1Faculty of Health Sciences, Yuksek Ihtisas University, Ankara, Turkey.
Annals of Geriatric Medicine and Research
|November 18, 2022
Summary
Most Turkish individuals prefer informal long-term care, but preferences vary by demographics. Awareness and strengthening of formal long-term care services are needed, considering societal preferences and regional differences.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Long-term care is an emerging issue in Turkish society.
- Understanding preferences is crucial for future planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- Identify long-term care preferences in Turkey.
- Determine factors influencing these preferences.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the 2016 Family Structure Survey of Turkey.
- Analyzed data from 35,475 individuals.
- Employed descriptive analysis and logistic regressions based on the Andersen Behavior Model.
Main Results:
- Informal care is the primary preference (37%).
- Demographic factors influence preferences: men, extended families, and younger individuals favor informal care.
- Women, educated, and urban individuals prefer formal or institutional care.
Conclusions:
- Increase awareness of existing long-term care services.
- Strengthen formal services to align with societal preferences.
- Consider regional variations in long-term care planning.
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