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Table 5 The functions of multiple subjects in home care of the disabled elderly

From: The multi-subject cooperation mechanism of home care for the disabled elderly in Beijing: a qualitative research

Subject

Government

Family Doctor

Family Member

Society

The Disabled Elderly

Non-profit, Organization

For-profit, Market

Role

Supplier, Policymaker; Supervisor

Supplier

Supplier, Consumer, Supervisor

Supplier, Supervisor

Supplier

Supplier, Consumer, Supervisor

Motivation

Government, Responsibility, Public Interests

Duty, Responsibility

Responsibility, Family Interests

Spontaneity, Public, Interests

Profit

Independence, Health Rights

Aim

Promote Health Equity

Protect Health

Maximize Self-utility

Maximize Social Benefits

Maximize Benefits

Maximize Self-Health Rights

Mechanism

Bureaucracy

Job duty

Family Mutual Aid

Voluntary

Market

Autonomous Participation

Advantage

Authoritative Guidance

Professional Assistance

Emotional, Support

Free Supplement

Diversified Services

Proactive Cooperation

Disadvantage

Government Dysfunction

Low Responsibility

Weak Support

Voluntary Dysfunction

Market Dysfunction

Capability Limitations