Kaede FUJITA
Shibaura Institute of Technology, Japan
Publications
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Research Article
Developing Indicators and Forecasting Demand for Enhanced Regional Community-Based Integrated Care Systems in Japan
Author(s): Kaede FUJITA* and Manabu ICHIKAWA
This study evaluates the current state and future demand of the Community-based Integrated Care System (CICS) across Japan’s 1889 municipalities. Aimed at achieving a better CICS, this research developed indicators to evaluate the existing care structures within each municipality. Utilizing 73 indicators covering housing, medical care, long-term care, livelihood support, and preventive services, we conducted a comprehensive analysis to identify regional disparities and strengths. The indicators were visualized using radar charts and standardized to enable cross-regional comparisons. Future projections were made to estimate service and personnel demands, highlighting significant regional variations and emphasizing the need for region-specific policy planning and resource allocation. Our system allows for the evaluation and comparison of policies based on these indicators, determi.. Read More»