As aging and chronic diseases increase, the demand for foot care among people with diabetes continues to rise. The Nantou County Government Health Bureau has been promoting foot care services within long-term care, providing home-based nursing care and health education for diabetic patients with limited mobility or foot problems. This allows individuals to receive basic care at home and helps reduce the risk of infections caused by improper handling.

The service requires long-term care assessment eligibility. Individuals experiencing difficulty walking, skin care needs or wound care requirements, along with symptoms such as peeling skin, cracks, thickened calluses, or thick and curved nails, can apply. Services include foot inspection, nail trimming, callus care and cleaning maintenance, along with guidance on daily care to support family caregivers and reduce caregiving burden.

To ensure service quality, home care workers must complete professional training programs covering identification of common foot conditions, care techniques and practical operations, taught by medical professionals. These trainings enhance service safety and reduce the risk of wounds or infections caused by improper care.

Practical cases show that some elderly individuals who had long managed nail care on their own experienced discomfort, but after applying for services, trained home care workers provided assistance and taught proper care methods. Foot conditions gradually improved and caregiving burden was reduced. Authorities note that the service focuses on prevention, and early detection with regular care helps reduce complications such as ulcers and infections. For assistance, call the long-term care hotline 1966 or contact local care centers.