Table 1 Research on elderly care service requirements.
References | Elderly requirements | Research conclusion |
|---|---|---|
Chen et al.33 | Feeding, dressing, bathing, grooming, toilet use, chair/bed transfer, walking and using stairs, etc | The unmet needs with disabilities were serious, with a high proportion of unmet needs to get out of the bedroom and for activities involving mental aspects |
Li et al.34 | Health care | This study revealed the difference between urban and rural health care of the elderly and its influencing factors |
Li et al.35 | Medical care services, medical care, rehabilitation services, psychological support and recreational activities | The elderly population has the greatest need for medical care services, followed by professional rehabilitation assistance counseling, guidance, and training |
Zhu36 | Security and convenience needs, social and medical needs, smart home technology | People were most concerned about health needs, smart devices were widely used, but the degree of aging design was low |
Wang et al.37 | Smart aged care needs: medical care, spiritual comfort, recreation, emergency ambulance and life care | The elderly had a low level of understanding of smart elderly care, but had high requirement, which was affected by individual, family, health status, and others |
Chen et al.38 | Mental health services | Older people living with family members were mainly manifested as the need for social interaction, belonging and self actualization. Older people living alone in special groups mainly want support to deal with loneliness |
