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A Review of Challenges to the Provision of Home Care and Home Support Services Across Canada

The aim of this review was to understand the multitude of variables that influence access to home care and home support and how these factors contribute to unmet needs. Ultimately, unmet needs are initiated by lack of availability of services, out-of-pocket costs, lack of care continuity and personal characteristics that incline individuals to discontinue their services. 


Author: Jenna Roddick


Publication Date: October 2019


Description: The aim of this review was to understand the multitude of variables that influence access to home care and home support and how these factors contribute to unmet needs. Ultimately, unmet needs are initiated by lack of availability of services, out-of-pocket costs, lack of care continuity and personal characteristics that incline individuals to discontinue their services. It is vital to appreciate how the challenges experienced in receiving home support differs among population groups in order to address their unique barriers. With a better understanding of how unmet needs manifest, there is an opportunity to further explore the gaps within the system and identify appropriate and sustainable solutions.


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Keywords: long-term care, aging, health system, home care, health policy, community care, social support, access, home support

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