As the world’s population ages at an unprecedented rate, societies everywhere are grappling with a critical question: Who should bear the primary responsibility for caring for the elderly and those with long-term care needs? This caregiving conundrum pits traditional family-based care models against state-provided care systems, sparking intense debate and raising profound questions about our values, economies, and the very structure of our societies.
Contents
Overview:
- Caregiving challenge: balancing family vs state responsibility.
- Economic impact: hidden costs of family care vs public investment.
- Ethical considerations: equity, gender roles, technology use.
- Technology’s role: potential solutions and challenges.
- Policy approaches: supporting both family and state care models.
- Global aging trend reshaping societal structures and economies.
