Aged Care Homes Struggle To Upgrade As Families Cannot Afford Higher Fees
AgeCope president Delren Terrence Douglas says financial constraints, inconsistent local council rules and staff shortages make it difficult for aged care homes to upgrade. Families cannot afford monthly fees of RM3,000-RM5,000 but expect that standard of care, he says.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — Residential aged care operators in Malaysia are struggling to upgrade their facilities to meet safety and quality standards amid financial constraints, pressure to keep fees affordable and costly regulatory requirements, an industry group says.
Association for Residential Aged Care Operators of Malaysia (AgeCope) president Delren Terrence Douglas said operators faced a difficult balancing act between providing better facilities and keeping residential care affordable for families.
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