European Healthcare Expenditure on Current Healthcare Expenditure by Residential Long-Term Care Facilities by Country

In 2023, the Netherlands topped European healthcare expenditure on residential long-term care facilities, at 1.58 thousand euros per capita, followed by Switzerland and Norway. Significant year-on-year increases included the Czech Republic (11.43%) and Lithuania (13.92%). While some countries experienced growth, others like Norway and Belgium saw declines. Over the past five years, there’s a noticeable trend towards increased investment in residential care, with countries like Germany and Finland showing consistent growth.

Future trends to watch include:

• Increased aging population driving demand for residential long-term care services.
• Policy changes and funding allocation impacting expenditure.
• Technological advancements in healthcare could modify care delivery and cost structure.