Table 7 Baseline information for health workforce projection in rural areas, Thailand
Type of data | Number/% |
|---|---|
Dependent elderly | Â |
 Home-bound elderly | 20.3% of elderly population |
 Bed-ridden elderly | 1.1% of elderly population |
 Elderly with rehabilitation needs | 1.6% of elderly population |
Projected elderly in 2020 | Â |
 All elderly | 6,337,600 |
 Home-bound elderly | 1,248,507 |
 Bed-ridden elderly | 69,714 |
 Rehabilitation needs | 101,402 |
Projected elderly in 2030 | Â |
 All elderly | 7,156,700 |
 Home-bound elderly | 1,409,870 |
 Bed-ridden elderly | 78,724 |
 Rehabilitation needs | 114,507 |