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Glenridge: a partnership for eldercare

E H Bicknell1, M R Pike

  • 1University of Maine School of Nursing, Orono 04473.

Journal of Community Health Nursing
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Innovative partnerships can improve health care coordination for well older adults, promoting independent living and reducing institutionalization costs. This approach addresses the growing needs of an aging population.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Health Services Research
  • Nursing Education

Background:

  • Rising healthcare costs and aging demographics necessitate innovative elder care solutions.
  • Independent living models are desirable for cost containment and postponing institutionalization.
  • Defining elder needs and coordinating services remain significant challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore an innovative partnership model for coordinating health care for well older adults.
  • To highlight the role of nursing education in addressing elder care needs.
  • To facilitate independent living through accessible health promotion and maintenance services.

Main Methods:

  • A unique collaboration was formed between nursing education, an area agency on aging, and a developer.
  • The partnership focused on coordinating health care services for community-dwelling older adults.
  • The model aimed to integrate health promotion and maintenance within housing environments.

Main Results:

  • The partnership facilitated a coordinated approach to health care for "well" older adults.
  • Nursing education played a pivotal role in service coordination.
  • The model supports residents in maintaining their preferred home environments longer.

Conclusions:

  • Collaborative models involving diverse stakeholders can effectively address the complex needs of the aging population.
  • Nursing education is crucial in developing and implementing innovative elder care strategies.
  • This approach offers a cost-effective solution to support independent living and reduce healthcare burdens.

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