A boon or a burden?

Over-regulation of aged care can lead to people being treated as a list of boxes to be ticked, rather than as humans, says visiting Canadian geriatrician Dr Samir Sinha.

A regulatory framework is the backbone of any responsible aged or healthcare system. Considered, enforceable approaches and measurable, reportable standards are necessary for maintaining high quality and transparency, and meeting community expectations.

But when does a system become over-regulated?

One of Canada’s most influential voices for older people – Dr Samir Sinha – has seen that pendulum swing in his own country.

“Regulations sometimes don’t produce what we want for people with dementi...

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