For every person over the age of 65 in today's European Union there are four people of working age but by 2050 there will only be two. Demand for long-term care

Demographic, epidemiological, social and cultural trends in European countries are changing the traditional patterns of care. The next decades will see rising n

Developing appropriate responses to an ageing population is recognized by policy makers throughout the developed world as a top priority, as is the vital contri

This book provides a comprehensive overview on the long-term care systems in 12 EU member states and Norway. Focusing on the legal background and its main princ

A comprehensive report on the role and functions of nurses and midwives within the health systems of European countries including countries of central and easte