28-09-2025
What Percentage of Seniors in India Require Long-Term Care?
Written By: Nagaraju Raparthi, Senior Content & Care Story Writer
Introduction:
Long-Term Care Seniors India : India’s ageing population is growing rapidly, and with it, the demand for long-term care services. Families often ask: How many seniors actually require long-term care in India?
Understanding this helps families prepare for future needs, while also showing the scale of opportunity and challenge in the elder care sector.
The Growing Senior Population in India
The Growing Senior Population in India
- India has over 140 million people aged 60+ (Census & UN data).
- By 2030, seniors will make up nearly 20% of the population.
- With longer lifespans, more seniors are living with chronic illnesses and age-related conditions.
Percentage of Seniors Requiring Long-Term Care
- Globally: Around 20–25% of seniors require some form of long-term care.
- In India: Estimates suggest 15–18% of seniors need regular assistance with daily living.
- This includes seniors with:
- Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
- Stroke recovery and paralysis.
- Chronic illnesses (diabetes, hypertension, cancer, COPD).
- Limited mobility due to arthritis or falls.
- Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
📌 In urban cities like Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, demand is higher due to nuclear families and migration of children abroad.
What Does Long-Term Care Include?
Attendant Care
Help with bathing, feeding, mobility, and daily hygiene.
Nursing Care
For seniors who need injections, wound care, or chronic illness management.
Dementia & Palliative Care
Specialized support for memory loss, confusion, or end-of-life comfort.
Value-Added Services
Physiotherapy, lab tests at home, and medical equipment rentals.
Challenges for Families
- Unprepared Costs: Families often underestimate long-term care costs (₹18,000–₹45,000/month).
- Lack of Awareness: Many don’t know structured caregiving services exist in India.
- Emotional Burden: Children living abroad face guilt and stress when unable to provide daily support.
Life Circle’s Long-Term Care Solutions
Life Circle supports families across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Noida, Gurgaon , Chandigarh, Navi Mumbai. with:
- Attendant Care Packages: ₹18,000–₹25,000/month.
- Full-Time Caregiver Packages: ₹32,000–₹45,000/month.
- Nursing Care at Home: Starting at ₹40,000/month.
- Specialized Dementia & Palliative Care.
Supervision from trained nurses and monitoring via the Life Circle App.
⭐Customer Reviews
“My father’s long-term stroke recovery was managed beautifully by Life Circle caregivers. Their consistency and compassion kept him stable for years.”
— S. Rao, Bengaluru
“We hired a dementia caregiver for my mother in Delhi. The professional care and regular nurse visits gave us peace of mind.”
— Anita K., Delhi NCR
Conclusion
Long-Term Care Seniors India : Around 1 in 5 seniors in India require long-term care, and this number is rising quickly. Planning early for care, costs, and support ensures seniors live with dignity, safety, and compassion.
