A Study on the Optimization Path of Medical Rehabilitation Policy for People with Disabilities in Hong Kong

Authors

  • Qiumeizhi Wang
  • Tianyue Yang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/48rvz617

Keywords:

Hong Kong society, the disabled, welfare policy, medical rehabilitation.

Abstract

Recently, Hong Kong's economic level, medical rehabilitation level and social care for the disabled have been rising. To improve the overall development level of the city, the Hong Kong government pays great attention to the rehabilitation and medical care for the disabled. After continuous policy improvement and implementation, the rehabilitation, education and employment of the disabled group have been greatly improved. However, there are still a series of potential problems such as financial constraints and uneven resource allocation. Therefore, the medical rehabilitation policy for people with disabilities is constantly revised and improved to keep pace with the times. This essay aims to analysis the development history and current trends of medical rehabilitation policies for the disabled in Hong Kong, and to sort out the existing "Rehabilitation Plan" to promote research in the field of rehabilitation for people with disabilities, and to put forward suggestions and directions for future development, to increase its service level and enhance more efficient development in the context of the new era.

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Published

08-02-2025