Sense of Security Most Important for Older People Receiving Care at Home
Older people living at home believe they get more effective healthcare services when they have a sense of security and continuity of care through a key or specific professional, according to a new study led by researchers from the University of Hertfordshire. The study was funded by the National Institute for Health Research Health Services and Delivery Research (NIHR HS&DR) Programme.One of the main challenges facing the NHS is how best to address the care and treatment needs of older people. England’s population is both growing and ageing as people live longer. Latest figures show that by