To apply for subsidised nursing home placement, the care recipient must meet all the following criteria:

• Have physical or mental disabilities because of medical conditions like stroke, dementia and other chronic illnesses.

• Semi-mobile, wheelchair or bed-bound and need daily nursing care and help in daily living activities such as toileting, walking, etc.

• Tried all possible care arrangements such as hiring a domestic helper, day care, home care, etc.

• Not able to be cared for at home by other family members or community providers.

• Pass the means-test for long-term care subsidies.

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