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Reducing inequalities in health and life expectancy
- Authors:
- NEVE Jane, BRIERS G.
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 112(5), 2016, pp.12-14.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Many people with mental health problems or learning disabilities die early, preventable deaths, but steps can be taken to ensure their physical health needs are not overlooked. This article describes research conducted to establish the evidence base through a review of the literature and draw up priorities for action, along with the competencies mental health and learning disability nurses need to improve service users' physical healthcare. The article also refers to a training course for mental health nurses delivered in the Pennine Care Foundation Trust as an example of good practice and provides recommendations for Trusts. (Edited publisher abstract)
Better health care for people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- LAWRIE Kevin
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 10.5.95, 1995, pp.32-34.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Highlights some of the factors that have prevented people with learning disabilities from having appropriate access to health care and health promotion services. Outlines practical ways to encourage active participation and the development of appropriate learning strategies for people with learning disabilities.
Adults with Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease:comparison of services received in group homes and in special care units
- Author:
- CHAPUT Jenifer L.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 38(1/2), 2002, pp.197-211.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
An increasing number of people with Down syndrome are at risk of dementia resulting from Alzheimer's disease. Many reside in community group homes. When they are affected by dementia, the challenge to agencies providing group homes is how to best provide continued housing and provide effective dementia-related care management. In the general population, long term care is typically provided in nursing facilities, often in special care units (SCUs). This study evaluated select factors found in group homes andSCUs to determine which is able to provide a better quality of life for people with Downsyndrome affected by dementia. Results indicate that group homes can provide conditions associated with better quality of life and, additionally, operate with lower staffing costs due to the non-utilization of medical staff.