Society ‘collectively devaluing’ elderly and disabled as social care delays rise

The transcript discusses the challenges faced during winter without government support, emphasizing the need to adequately pay care providers and staff. It highlights the collective devaluation of older and disabled individuals due to insufficient care and support. The concern is that these individuals were overlooked during the pandemic and continue to be an afterthought, stressing the need for them to be prioritized.

In what ways can the government assist those with care and support needs?

What feelings do caregivers have regarding their compensation and support?

What are the implications of not paying care staff adequately?

How has the perception of people needing care changed since the pandemic?

Why is it important to prioritize the needs of older and disabled people?