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Only in SATURDAY: Denmark, France and Silverchain point to the ageing future

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Over the next three years the number of people turning 80 each year will jump by 40%, but the aged care inn is full, a real challenge for villages.  

But there are support and accommodation solutions. In this latest issue of SATURDAY we review why Denmark is internationally judged No.1 for quality of aged living (not aged care). Plus, how BaptistCare discovered France embraces dignity of risk and less regulation for better outcomes. And how Silverchain embraces partnerships and early intervention for health efficiency and quality care. 

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