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Quan Wang1, Li Feng Tan2, Weng Mooi Tan3
1Centre for Behavioural and Implementation Science Interventions (BISI), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Clinical Research Centre, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
Frontiers in Public Health
|December 29, 2025
Summary
This study examines the Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) framework
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Global rise in older adults presents public health challenges.
- Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) framework aims to preserve functional ability.
- ICOPE's community-based implementation needs further exploration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To prospectively examine ICOPE implementation in a community setting.
- To identify factors influencing ICOPE adoption and sustainability.
- To inform strategies for scaling ICOPE in resource-limited settings.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal mixed-methods study in Singapore.
- Evaluation of ICOPE implementation among community-dwelling older adults.
- Data collection via surveys, EHRs, interviews, and focus groups over 12 months.
Main Results:
- Identification of barriers and facilitators to ICOPE adoption.
- Assessment of ICOPE's reach, efficacy, adoption, implementation, and maintenance.
- Analysis of trends and qualitative insights into implementation factors.
Conclusions:
- Findings will inform strategies for scaling ICOPE.
- Study supports policy development for effective aging-in-place programs.
- Highlights importance of stakeholder involvement in community care models.
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