Social Governance and Sustainable Development in Elderly Services: Innovative Models, Strategies, and Stakeholder Perspectives

Huaiyue Wang, Peter C. Coyte, Weiwei Shi, Xu Zong and Renyao Zhong ()
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Huaiyue Wang: School of Public Administration, East China Normal University, Shanghai 200062, China
Peter C. Coyte: Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5T 3M6, Canada
Weiwei Shi: School of Electronic Information and Electrical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
Xu Zong: Population Research Unit, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Helsinki, 00014 Helsinki, Finland
Renyao Zhong: School of Public Administration, East China Normal University, Shanghai 200062, China

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 21, 1-21

Abstract: Introduction: The global demographic shift towards an aging population has created an urgent need for high-quality elderly care services. This study focuses on “elder services” within the framework of sustainable development, addressing seniors with intensive care needs and independent seniors. Methods—Social Governance: To understand the social governance aspects, we employ a qualitative methodology, analyzing policy documents, novel care methods, and successful case studies. Sustainable Development: Simultaneously, our study investigates sustainable development, examining the methods used to promote sustainability in geriatric care. Research Question: Our research question centers on identifying strategies that foster inclusivity and sustainability in elder services, considering diverse needs, housing, community involvement, and the role of technology. Results: We identified innovative models aimed at improving the well-being of older individuals, including community-driven initiatives, technology-assisted solutions, holistic wellness programs, intergenerational interaction programs, and the integration of traditional and modern care methods. We explored stakeholder perspectives, providing insights into the complexities of implementing effective elderly care solutions. Our study evaluated the efficiency of diversified social governance models in geriatric care, highlighting their benefits compared to traditional models. We presented specific concerns and suggestions from stakeholders regarding sustainable development in geriatric care. Discussion: Our findings underscored the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders to enhance elderly care. Our study summarizes key insights from current policies and anticipated future trajectories in geriatric care, providing a foundation for developing sustainable elderly care facilities.

Keywords: elderly services; social governance; inclusivity; technology; collaboration; long-term strategies; ecological design; sustainable development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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