EAPN STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO THE PROPOSAL FOR THE COUNCIL RECOMMENDATION ON ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HIGH-QUALITY LONG-TERM CARE
In September 2022, the European Commission published its proposal for a Council Recommendation on access to affordable high-quality long-term care as part of the EU Care Strategy.
The Covid-19 pandemic has refocused attention on the well-being and quality of life, of both care receivers and care givers, as well as unequal access to affordable and quality essential services – particularly in rural regions. We welcome the Council Proposal recommendations to invest in the adequacy of social protection for long-term care, increase the offer and the variety of LTC options and use quality assurance frameworks.
