The Chaeum Care Biz Lab

  1. Introduction: Reframing the Vision of Integrated Care The recent launch of the Presidential Committee on Basic Society in South Korea marks a pivotal moment. The concept of a "Basic Society" is rapidly evolving from a mere policy slogan into a dominant discourse that will likely encompass the entire spectrum of future social policies. In this shifting landscape, as the community-based integrated care system is being implemented, we face a critical question: What should be the ultimate vision of this care system? My answer to this question is clear: We must strive toward a "Basic Care Society." But what vision does a Basic Care Society truly hold? Ultimately, the answer hinges on how we define and set the level of what is "basic." 2. Paradigm Shift: From "National Minimum" to "Social Maximum" Traditional welfare systems have historically been designed around the concept of a "National Minimum." This perspective is epitom...

[Notes] Social Entrepreneurship: Is It Merely a 'Mindset' or a Practiced Challenge? 1. Executive Summary & Core Concept Main Title: Rethinking Social Entrepreneurship in the Care Economy Core Definition: Entrepreneurship is often translated as a mere "corporate mindset." However, the suffix "-ship" encapsulates not just the mind , but the actual work —the hands-on execution and relentless practice in the real world. Social Entrepreneurship is the dynamic process of discovering systemic social blind spots, addressing them through innovative mechanisms, and embedding those solutions into financially sustainable, high-impact business models. The "Sexy" Attributes of Entrepreneurship: As noted by Babs Carryer (The Big Idea Center at the University of Pittsburgh Innovation Institute), true entrepreneurship is inherently exciting, dynamic, and at times, mysterious and intriguing. It is a rare, high-stakes journey driven by a magnetizing vision th...