The care for the elderly and bedridden patients in the community is set to improve significantly. The Ministry of Public Health is elevating the role of health volunteers (known as "A.S.M.") to become caregivers in the community, aiming to enhance the quality of life for Thai citizens.

The Ministry of Public Health has announced that health volunteers will receive training and an upgraded role in the primary healthcare system, transforming them into caregivers responsible for looking after the elderly and bedridden patients at home. This initiative responds to the increasing demand for patient care in the community, with a target of producing over 50,000 caregivers.

The presence of these caregivers is expected to alleviate the burden on the healthcare system, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and improve the quality of life for the elderly. Additionally, plans are underway to facilitate easier access for health volunteers to funeral benefits, which includes a task force established to negotiate with banks for swift management of this matter.

The elevation of health volunteers to caregivers marks a significant step forward in ensuring that the elderly and bedridden patients in the community receive better care, thereby fostering confidence in the quality of life for people across Thailand.

Additional Information : This summary is based on reports from Hfocus, a health news agency associated with the Thai Public Health Foundation.

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