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The study examines how a proposed voucher system could tackle problems in the current system of long-term care.

Researchers find that the prevalence rate of depression among older Chinese adults in Hong Kong is more or less similar to rates found in Western countries.

Findings from the study underscore a large degree of unmet need in Hong Kong’s hospital-based nurses and social workers who work with the elderly regarding smoking cessation service provision and training.

Study suggests that living with family, arriving in the United States in late life, and access to social support independently decreased the probability of dying in a nursing home.

Researchers find that Tai Chi can help to reduce depressive symptoms in older patients with depression.

The study examines the retirement economic status of three groups of older adults: those who are financially independent, those who are financially supported by their adult children or children-in-law, and those who are receiving welfare assistance.

The study finds that the aged population in Hong Kong will be increased rapidly in the coming three decades and the oldest-old is the fastest growing age group.

The study finds that utilization of hospital services could be significantly reduced when a group of elderly patients and their caregivers received timely interventions and appropriate services through case management services.

The study finds that the impact of visual impairment on psychological well-being among elderly Chinese is more robust than hearing loss.

Researchers examines whether a specific reminiscence program leads to higher levels of psychosocial well-being in nursing home residents with dementia.