Public Lecture: The Future of Long鈥慣erm Care in an Ageing Europe
Event: Public Lecture: The Future of Long鈥慣erm Care in an Ageing Europe
Date: Monday 18 May 2026
Time: 09:00
Venue: VC101, IT 福利在线免费, University of Malta, Msida
This public lecture is being organised by the Department of Gerontology & Dementia Studies at the University of Malta.
About the topic
Europe’s long-term care systems are facing challenges as populations age, life expectancy rises, and family structures evolve. The demand for formal care services is growing rapidly, and at the same time, many countries deal with workforce shortages, funding constraints and uneven access to quality care.
The future of long-term care in Europe will likely depend on a mix of policy innovation, increased investment, and the integration of technology (telehealth, assistive devices) to support independent living.
Strengthening community-based care, improving working conditions for caregivers, and ensuring sustainable financing models will be essential to meet the needs of older adults while maintaining equity and dignity in care systems.
About the Speaker
Adelina Comas-Herrera is the Director of the Global Observatory of Long-Term Care, a platform to support cross-national learning on how to improve and strengthen long-term care systems.
Her research focuses on economic and policy aspects of the care, treatment and support of people with dementia, and long-term care financing.
How to register
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