2025 Outstanding Examples in Paid Elderly Care Home Conference Announced!

The National Paid Elderly Home Association, led by President Toshikatsu Nakazawa and headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, proudly hosted this year's presentation workshop aimed at enhancing the quality of services and fostering growth among staff in the elderly care sector. This year marked a significant turnout, with over 18 member homes from across the country participating in the event. Attendees were treated to a vast array of practical and innovative initiatives that have been implemented at these facilities.

With over 100 participants on-site and more than 40 joining online, the event provided a platform for sharing valuable insights and ideas. Following stringent evaluations, several outstanding examples were honored with awards:

Outstanding Award: Sun City Palace Tsukaguchi

This facility was recognized for its memory care approach that fosters emotional connections and encourages joyful engagement, respecting each resident's individuality.

Excellence Award: Clach-Familia Sakura

Awarded for a program designed to boost subjective health perceptions through a curiosity-driven, independence-encouraging initiative.

Excellence Award: Life Care Garden Shonan

Recognized for their campaign focused on eliminating skin troubles encountered in daily care, ensuring safe and comfortable living for residents.

This workshop served as a vital opportunity to share creative solutions and address common challenges faced by elderly care providers. It is hoped that the insights gained will provide guidance for operators in managing their facilities and for those considering a move into a care home.

About the National Paid Elderly Home Association

The association, known as Yurokyo, was established with the aim of protecting the rights of elderly home residents and promoting healthy development among providers. Its foundation is based on provisions set forth by the Elderly Welfare Law, specifically articles 30 and 31.

Key Activities

The Yurokyo Association is deeply involved in three main areas of service:
1. Resident Protection
- Management of resident life guarantee and support systems.
- Establishment of a complaints committee for effective grievance handling.
- Providing information to prospective residents, including running the "Yurokyo Living Club" (membership is free) for information dissemination regarding paid elderly homes.
- Conducting awareness programs and workshops to enhance understanding of paid elderly homes.

2. Support for Operators
- Conducting research related to elderly care operations.
- Creating guidelines such as entry contracts for service providers.
- Implementing training programs aimed at elevating the overall quality of care in homes.
- Conducting third-party evaluations to improve service quality.

3. Collaboration with Local Governments
- Partnering with municipalities to provide training and guidance workshops for service providers.
- Supporting local government oversight through information sharing via the association's website and other platforms.

The Yurokyo Association strives to contribute to the creation of a vibrant society through the healthy advancement of paid elderly homes as we move deeper into an aging society.

Key Information

- Established: February 1982; transitioned to a public corporation in April 2013 as specified by the revised Elderly Welfare Law of 1991.
- Headquarters: 4th Floor, K Building, 2-5-15 Sotokanda, Chiyoda, Tokyo 101-0021
- President: Toshikatsu Nakazawa
- Services Offered: Management of resident life guarantee, grievance consultation, ensuring contract fairness, staff training, project collaboration with municipalities, and various research and outreach initiatives.