The social sector is included in the coordinated planning and resourcing across the continuum of dementia care. It involves the Labour and Welfare Bureau (LWB) and Social Welfare Department (SWD) to provide community, residential, and long-term care services to people with dementia.

Not applicable.

Yes.

The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection is involved in coordinating social protection schemes for vulnerable populations e.g., persons with severe disabilities and older persons aged 65 years and above (Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, 2019b). These schemes are not specifically for persons with dementia but cover this population e.g., older persons who are an increased risk of having dementia and persons with a disability like dementia.

References:

Ministry of Labour and Social Protection. (2019b). Social Assistance Unit. https://www.socialprotection.go.ke

Yes, the role of the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) in coordination of pension, community services cards, finances etc.