Providing long-term care for an increasing number of
elderly, in conditions of increased life expectancy, not only in good health
but also in people with disability, is certainly one of the issues our country will
have to deal with in the context of an increasingly aging population and changed
family models.
American lifespans have increased exponentially over the
past century, and with people living longer lives and elderly populations
growing at a more rapid pace, finding ways to provide quality healthcare for
these individuals is going to become all the more important. According to healthcare
executive and nursing home manager Mark Berger Chicago, founder and CEO of
Villa Healthcare, a premier provider of high caliber rehabilitation nursing
care, the healthcare industry is going to have to make a number of changes in
order to care for the growing number of elderly patients.
Like many other countries, the US has faced serious
demographic problems and challenges in recent decades. Declining populations, a
continuing drop in fertility and an increasingly pronounced aging are the main
demographic features in the early 21st century.
The negative consequences of such demographic trends are
primarily expressed in the area of population aging, which has reached a
worrying scale. The aging process is first and foremost due to the low birth
rate, which has been below the level required for simple population recovery
since the mid-20th century.
Extending the median life expectancy has also affected the
aging process, but to a lesser extent in developed countries. In particular, it
should be noted that the increase of life expectancy in the past is more owed
to the reduction of infant mortality than the extension of life expectancy of
the elderly. Migration, mainly emigration, has also contributed less to aging. Population
projections warn that the aging process will not only continue but will
intensify as well as the aging population.
Long-term care service at Villa Healthcare is intended for
seniors who are experiencing growing addiction to other people's care and
assistance in daily life. Care at Villa Healthcare, managed by Mark Berger Chicago, is based on a professional and warm approach that gives customers the
pleasure of a fulfilled life. Individualized care plans are tailored to meet the
specific needs of the users, with the support of experienced and highly-skilled
teams.
Finally, a warm and sociable atmosphere fosters friendly
relations between users and significantly improves their quality of life. To
learn more about the essential aspects of living in such facility, visit Mark
Berger Chicago blog or contact him directly and request a free consultation
regarding permanent placement.
