This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamics of institutional elderly care in China, with a special focus on resource allocation, spatial optimization, and the temporal-spatial perspective of elderly care provision. By examining the intricate relationship between long-term care systems, social equity, and resource efficiency, it presents a unique approach to understanding the challenges and opportunities facing the elderly care sector in both urban and rural settings.

The book covers key areas such as:

• Resource allocation and optimization within elderly care institutions in China.
• The urban-rural divide in access to services and facilities.
• Age-friendly cities and senior welfare strategies.
• An in-depth look at healthcare policy and its role in shaping long-term care systems.
• The macro perspective on how social equity and resource efficiency are navigated in care provision across various regions.
  This book is designed for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners in the fields of gerontology, social policy, urban planning, and public health. It is suitable for both graduate students and researchers seeking a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of elderly care in China, especially in light of its rapidly aging population. The content is academic yet accessible, offering practical insights for real-world application. This book is an essential resource for those seeking to understand and improve elderly care systems in China and beyond, ensuring more equitable and efficient care for the aging population.

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Mingyang Li, Ph.D. candidate, Chengdu University of Technology, is mainly engaged in the research of elderly friendly planning, healthy humanities and so on. Presided a number of scientific research projects, including the project of Sichuan Aging Health Development Center and the project of Sichuan Gerontology Society, participated in the research of National Key R&D Program of China, National Natural Science Foundation and other projects.

Yibin Ao, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Reserve Candidate for the 14th Batch of Sichuan Province's Academic and Technical Leadership Program. He has devoted his career to friendly and resilient environments. He has published more than 70 academic papers, presided over or participated in a number of national projects, and won the the Springer Nature 2024 China New Development Award.