Global Formal Long-Term Care Workers by Country

As of 2023, Japan leads with 442.46 thousand formal long-term care workers, showcasing a moderate 2.72% increase from the previous year. Denmark and Sweden maintain steady workforce expansions, with 1.19% and 0.24% growth, respectively. However, the Czech Republic experienced a contraction by 2.5%. Slovakia saw the most significant surge at 39.72%, reflecting a rapid sector expansion. Luxembourg and Estonia demonstrated moderate growth at 5.68% and 3.66%, respectively, emphasizing their increasing focus on long-term care services.

Future trends may include global shifts towards aging populations, likely increasing demand for formal long-term care workers. Emphasizing workforce development and training will be crucial as countries adapt to rising elderly care needs and potential healthcare workforce shortages.