She also closely follows advice given by staff at the rehabilitation centre. Registered physiotherapist Piyamat Sikaeo, who works at the rehabilitation centre, said many elderly people lack the motivation to come to the centre to exercise. Funding for this comes from various sources including ThaiHealth, the National Health Security Office and local administrative organisations, she said. Volunteers from local communities are roped in to help deliver the community-based system of elderly care. If she thinks extra care is required, a nurse at the local centre is notified and briefed.

Source: Bangkok Post February 21, 2020 21:56 UTC