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A New Frontier in Home Healthcare: Sakurajyuji Group and Yu-no-Mori Join Forces

In a groundbreaking move, Sakurajyuji Group, a leader in healthcare, nursing care, preventive medicine, and lifestyle support, has announced a strategic integration with Yu-no-Mori, a pioneering force in home healthcare based in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture. Founded and led by Dr. Yasunori Nagai, Yu-no-Mori has been at the forefront of home healthcare since its inception. This partnership aims to spread the ideal model of home healthcare established by Yu-no-Mori throughout Japan, delivering a 'seed of hope' to every corner of the country.

Context: Addressing Japan's Future Healthcare Challenges

Looking ahead to 2040, Japan faces a future where annual deaths are projected to reach approximately 1.68 million. The anticipated shortage of hospital beds could lead to a new societal issue known as “watching over refugees,” where individuals are unable to receive necessary care during their final moments. However, the real challenge extends beyond mere overcrowding of facilities. It is about addressing the lack of emotional support for those nearing the end of their lives—a deep-seated social issue that requires immediate attention.

Sakurajyuji’s vision is not just to provide places for people to wait for death but to create a society where individuals can live authentically until their last moments. The key to achieving this vision lies in the home healthcare model practiced by Yu-no-Mori.

Aims of the Partnership: Spreading Gentle End-of-Life Care Nationwide

Dr. Nagai, affectionately known as the “Dandelion Doctor,” along with his team at Yu-no-Mori, has systematically formed a methodology that respects patients' narratives while emphasizing both technical and compassionate care. This commitment spans over 25 years, developing a practical educational system.

Sakurajyuji believes that this knowledge should not be confined to Ehime Prefecture alone. This partnership will combine Yu-no-Mori's wisdom in home healthcare with Sakurajyuji's strengths in organizational design and management, aiming to elevate high-quality medical care to become a societal standard. The mission is to make Yu-no-Mori’s “warm healthcare” an everyday reality across Japan.

Launching the Home Healthcare Frontier Project

This initiative will not merely provide medical services or logistics; it will aim to redefine the way we understand life and its closure. The project focuses on facilitating a fulfilling end to life in a manner that allows individuals to live authentically until their final moments. In reimagining home healthcare as a societal infrastructure that supports well-being, the objective is to create a range of options for a 'happy ending' by the target year of 2040.

Central to the project are several elements: the fatigue-free 'team-based medical system' developed by Yu-no-Mori, the heartfelt intentions behind providing quality care, and the education of individuals who embody these values. By integrating these principles with Sakurajyuji’s design and management capabilities, the initiative seeks to implement a sustainable and high-quality home healthcare model across the nation, pioneering a new frontier in the process.

The integration represents a significant step towards changing the landscape of home healthcare in Japan, allowing everyone to choose a fulfilled 'closure of life.' The details of this ambitious project will be released progressively.

Leadership Comments

Dr. Nagai, the Chairman of Yu-no-Mori, has been focused on providing a home healthcare model rooted in patient satisfaction since opening in 2000. He suggests that although medical services tend to be highly specialized and clinicians often function from an objective standpoint, true medical value lies in accompanying patients through their journeys, emphasizing a focus on 'Being' rather than just 'Doing.'

The partnership with Sakurajyuji Group is seen as a new challenge to extend Yu-no-Mori's high-quality home healthcare across Japan. The founding culture prioritizes patient and family satisfaction, emphasizing teamwork among various professionals. It aims for everyone to have access to reliable home healthcare as a safe and respected choice, ultimately paving the way for a new future in home healthcare.

The integration signifies a major step in ensuring that Japanese society can better cope with its aging population and the challenges posed by the 2040 issue while simultaneously propagating the ideals of Yu-no-Mori. Together with Sakurajyuji Group, they are prepared to make caring and warm healthcare an ordinary choice for everyone, enabling fulfillment in living out their lives.

About Yu-no-Mori

Yu-no-Mori is a medical entity specializing in home healthcare, centered around visiting doctor services. Based in Matsuyama, it offers a comprehensive range of support that includes visiting nursing, care services, and complementary therapies like acupuncture and massage. The organization strives for patient-centered care, aiming to empower patients so they can live without regrets, surrounded by care that respects their preferences and desires.

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Contact Information for Yu-no-Mori:
Location: 444-1 Beppu-cho, Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan
Phone: 089-911-6333
Emergency Home Healthcare: Available 24/7 year-round
Outpatient Clinic Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (9:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
Website: Yu-no-Mori Clinic

About Sakurajyuji Group:
Founded in 2005, Sakurajyuji Group began with the establishment of the Sakurajyuji Hospital, the largest private facility in Kumamoto. It has since expanded beyond hospitals, offering various necessary services in healthcare, nursing, and preventive medicine across Japan. Their mission is to enhance the quality of life (QOL) for patients through a holistic approach that considers the mind, body, and societal well-being, ushering in an era of well-being for future generations.