OBJECTIVES 7.1 Guided by the cornerstone principles of “Ageing in Place” and “Continuum of Care”, the mission of services for elders is to assist elders to remain living in the community for as long as possible. Residential care services will be the last resort to look after frail elders who require intensive personal and nursing care.   SERVICE PROVISION AND STATISTICS 7.2 The service provision and statistics are as follows: