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Elder health programs in state health agencies
A L Balsam1, E Ristinen, J Emond
1Massachusetts Department of Public Health, USA.
Public Health Reports (Washington, D.C. : 1974)
|March 1, 1996
Summary
Public health programs for older adults are crucial. A national survey investigated how many state health agencies offer elder health services to support this growing population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health Policy
- Health Services Research
Background:
- The aging population (65+) is rapidly increasing, necessitating focused public health initiatives.
- State health agencies can lead elder health programming by identifying needs and collaborating with various organizations.
- The Massachusetts Department of Public Health established an Elder Health Programs Unit in 1988 to promote elder functional status and health responsibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the extent of elder health service provision by state health agencies nationwide.
- To document the involvement of state health agencies in elder health programming outside of Massachusetts.
Main Methods:
- A national survey was distributed to state health agencies.
- Data was collected on the provision of elder health services.
Main Results:
- The survey aimed to quantify the number of state health agencies offering elder health services.
- Results will indicate the current landscape of state-level elder health support.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the scope of state health agency involvement is essential for effective elder health program development.
- Further research may be needed to identify best practices and gaps in services for older adults.