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A nontraditional supportive services program: VNA independence plus.

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  • 1VNA Independence Plus, Visiting Nurse Association of Texas, Dallas 75247-4016.

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The Visiting Nurse Association developed VNA Independence Plus, a self-sustaining homecare program for seniors. This initiative provides essential services like housekeeping and transportation, funded through a fee-for-service model.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Texas sought to create a sustainable model for elderly homecare.
  • Funding was secured from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation in March 1987 to initiate this program.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish a financially self-sustaining program offering nontraditional, home-based supportive services for the elderly.
  • To develop a service package tailored to the needs of the local elderly population through market research.

Main Methods:

  • The program, VNA Independence Plus, was designed as a fee-for-service model.
  • Market research was conducted to identify and define the specific needs of elderly residents.
  • A package of supportive services was developed based on research findings.

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Main Results:

  • The program, VNA Independence Plus, was launched to provide essential services.
  • Services offered included housekeeping, transportation, yard care, and handyman assistance.
  • The program aimed for financial self-sustainability through its fee-for-service structure.

Conclusions:

  • The VNA of Texas successfully initiated a novel home-based service program for seniors.
  • The program's design focused on meeting elderly needs and achieving financial independence.
  • This model offers a potential solution for sustainable community-based elder support.