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Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit

Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit

Published on: September 30, 2020

Diversity in intermediate care.

Graham Paul Martin¹, Susan Margaret Peet, Graham John Hewitt

¹Nuffield Community Care Studies Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 6TP, UK. gpm7@le.ac.uk

Health & Social Care in the Community

|September 26, 2009

Summary

Intermediate care (IC) in England is evolving based on local needs, with established medical protocols but some challenges in service integration and eligibility. This national evaluation offers interim insights into IC provision and delivery styles.

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Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit

Assessment of Dependence in Activities of Daily Living Among Older Patients in an Acute Care Unit

Published on: September 30, 2020

Area of Science:

Healthcare Management
Health Services Research
Geriatric Medicine

Background:

Intermediate care (IC) services are crucial for patient recovery and preventing hospital admissions.
Understanding the current landscape and evolution of IC provision is essential for effective healthcare planning.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the evolution and current state of intermediate care (IC) services in England.
To present interim findings from a national evaluation of IC providers.

Main Methods:

Conducted telephone interviews with 70 intermediate care (IC) service providers in England.
Analyzed data on the level of provision and style of delivery of IC services.

Main Results:

Intermediate care (IC) provision is diverse and adapts to local needs.
Medical involvement protocols in IC are generally well-established.
Tensions exist regarding service integration, care management, and eligibility criteria in IC.

Conclusions:

Intermediate care (IC) in England is a multifaceted service shaped by local requirements.
While medical aspects are often standardized, challenges remain in holistic service integration and accessibility.