SHAH ALAM, Sept 19 — The care economy has the potential to create jobs, develop businesses and spur innovation, while providing services to those in need.
State executive councillor for women’s empowerment and welfare Anfaal Saari said the sector’s potential could be better understood through direct exposure to the operations and realities of elderly care.
She said this was among the insights gained during a recent industry visit to Laman Khaira with nine participants of the Care Accelerator (XCare) 2026 programme.
“During the visit, I had the opportunity to meet Laman Khaira founder Che Puan Intan Syafinas Ranjit, who started her work in the field in 2017,” she said in a Facebook post.
According to Anfaal, the visit also allowed participants to see first-hand the realities of caring for elderly individuals with different care needs.
These included elderly people who are cheerful, aggressive and bedridden, as well as those who require special attention in their daily lives.
The exposure provided an insight into the challenges and needs of the care sector that require comprehensive attention, she said.
In this regard, Anfaal said the development of a more structured, professional and inclusive care ecosystem should continue to be given attention.
She said this is in line with the potential of the care economy, which is not only related to providing services but can also create jobs, develop businesses and encourage innovation.
Anfaal also expressed her appreciation to Laman Khaira for hosting the XCARE 2026 participants and providing them with direct exposure to the elderly care sector.
