Government prepares subsidies for elderly care

The government is preparing subsidies for elderly people who require long-term care in nursing homes but face financial constraints, announced Deputy Welfare Minister Marilena Evangelou on Tuesday. She briefed the House Labour Committee about the scheme, which is in its final stages of development.

The plan aims to assist elderly citizens, regardless of whether they receive state pensions, who need long-term care but cannot afford the increasing costs. Additionally, the scheme will establish...