Turkey is experiencing a significant increase in its elderly population, with those aged 65 and over reaching 11.1 percent of the total population in 2025. This represents a 20.5 percent rise since 2020, now totaling 9.58 million individuals. Consequently, demand for nursing home care is surging, especially in major urban centers. As of June 2025, over 11,000 people are currently on waiting lists for placement in these facilities. This escalating demand is placing considerable pressure on Turkey’s nursing home infrastructure and healthcare system. The trend highlights a growing need for expanded and improved elder care services across the country to adequately address the needs of its aging citizens. The situation underscores the demographic shift underway in Turkey and its implications for social welfare provisions.