Using assistive devices and long-term care in Taiwan
This study looks at whether renting or buying assistive devices (like wheelchairs or hospital beds) and using long-term care services affects the burden on caregivers in Taiwan. It uses existing records to understand how these services help families.
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Who can take part
- You lived in Taiwan and received long-term care services (like home care or nursing home care) between 2021 and 2022.
- You have a care plan or assessment record from Taiwan's long-term care system.
- Your records include basic information like your age, care level, and type of services used.
- If the study looks at assistive devices, your records must show whether you used or borrowed such devices.
- Your records must be complete and not have errors, so the study can use them accurately.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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