This paper examines the potential impact of the increased use of automation in health and social care. It considers how embracing existing and developing technology can enable the health and social care system to increase productivity, reduce costs, and result in better health and social care. Case studies and examples of automation being used in a health and social context in the UK and around the world show how these technologies have the potential to improve patient outcomes and also achieve significant savings. The report estimates potential annual savings of £12.5 billion for the NHS and an additional £5.9 billion for the social care sector in relation to the value of time released through improved productivity from increased automation.
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This paper examines the potential impact of the increased use of automation in health and social care. It considers how embracing existing and developing technology can enable the health and social care system to increase productivity, reduce costs, and result in better health and social care. Case studies and examples of automation being used in a health and social context in the UK and around the world show how these technologies have the potential to improve patient outcomes and also achieve significant savings. The report estimates potential annual savings of £12.5 billion for the NHS and an additional £5.9 billion for the social care sector in relation to the value of time released through improved productivity from increased automation.
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NHS, social care, digital technology, efficiency, case studies, innovation, mental health care, attitudes, costs;
Exploring the key issues around anti-discriminatory practice for professionals working in mental health services, this book looks at ways to improve the health and social care of older people from minority and excluded communities. The chapters explore the issues involved in working with individuals from a range of minority groups, such as LGBT people, people with learning disabilities, people from black and minority ethnic communities, homeless people and people with dementia. The chapters cover important theory and research into discrimination, ageing and identity. Contributions from experts in the fields of mental health and working with minority groups provide practical insights into developing anti-discriminatory practice. There is also practical advice on culturally appropriate support for carers, cultural competency in end of life care, working with interpreters, and celebrating diversity, accompanied by supporting practical resources.
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Exploring the key issues around anti-discriminatory practice for professionals working in mental health services, this book looks at ways to improve the health and social care of older people from minority and excluded communities. The chapters explore the issues involved in working with individuals from a range of minority groups, such as LGBT people, people with learning disabilities, people from black and minority ethnic communities, homeless people and people with dementia. The chapters cover important theory and research into discrimination, ageing and identity. Contributions from experts in the fields of mental health and working with minority groups provide practical insights into developing anti-discriminatory practice. There is also practical advice on culturally appropriate support for carers, cultural competency in end of life care, working with interpreters, and celebrating diversity, accompanied by supporting practical resources.
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older people, mental health care, anti-discriminatory practice, LGBT people, black and minority ethnic people, homeless people, mental health problems, health care, social care;
This strategy outlines a vision for each of themes set out in Taking Wales Forward, showing how they will contribute to prosperity for all, and how delivering in a more integrated and collaborative way can enhance the wellbeing of the people of Wales. The four themes are: prosperous and secure – to drive a Welsh economy which spreads opportunity and tackles inequality, delivering individual and national prosperity; healthy and active – to improve health and well-being in Wales, for individuals, families and communities; ambitious and learning – to instil in everyone a passion to learn throughout their lives; united and connected – to build a nation where people take pride in their communities, in the Welsh identity and language, and in the country’s place in the world. The strategy also identifies five areas which emerged as having the greatest potential contribution to long-term prosperity and well-being. They reflect the times in people’s lives when they may be most in need of support, and when the right help can have a dramatic effect on their life course: early years; housing; social care; mental health; and skills and employability. The strategy sets out a series of action points to support a high quality and sustainable social sector. These include: investing in a new innovative care delivery model in the community; establishing centres to co-locate support, advice and treatment services, taking advantage of innovative new technologies; developing innovative funding models to ensure that funding is available in the future to meet social care needs; raising the profile and status of social care workers; implementing an accredited qualification for carers; building more purpose built housing developments that would allow people to live independently within a protected and sheltered environment; raising the educational attainment and improve life chances of children in care; and strengthening edge of care services.
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This strategy outlines a vision for each of themes set out in Taking Wales Forward, showing how they will contribute to prosperity for all, and how delivering in a more integrated and collaborative way can enhance the wellbeing of the people of Wales. The four themes are: prosperous and secure – to drive a Welsh economy which spreads opportunity and tackles inequality, delivering individual and national prosperity; healthy and active – to improve health and well-being in Wales, for individuals, families and communities; ambitious and learning – to instil in everyone a passion to learn throughout their lives; united and connected – to build a nation where people take pride in their communities, in the Welsh identity and language, and in the country’s place in the world. The strategy also identifies five areas which emerged as having the greatest potential contribution to long-term prosperity and well-being. They reflect the times in people’s lives when they may be most in need of support, and when the right help can have a dramatic effect on their life course: early years; housing; social care; mental health; and skills and employability. The strategy sets out a series of action points to support a high quality and sustainable social sector. These include: investing in a new innovative care delivery model in the community; establishing centres to co-locate support, advice and treatment services, taking advantage of innovative new technologies; developing innovative funding models to ensure that funding is available in the future to meet social care needs; raising the profile and status of social care workers; implementing an accredited qualification for carers; building more purpose built housing developments that would allow people to live independently within a protected and sheltered environment; raising the educational attainment and improve life chances of children in care; and strengthening edge of care services.
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planning, economic development, education, community development, employment, regeneration, social care, government policy, mental health care, children, looked after children, housing;
Following the announcement of extra funding for the NHS in England and the Government's commitment to develop a long term plan for the service, this publication brings together recommendations from thirteen leading charities and voice organisations for improving health and care. It highlights priorities that leaders within the sector want to see reflected in the plan and in the way it is developed. The authors outline the problems, what needs to happen, what is already being done well, and the priority actions that need to be taken now. Chapters cover the following areas for action: prevention and public health; people living with multiple long-term conditions; integrating care; sustainable social care; partnership with the voluntary sector; safety and accountability; reducing health inequalities; workforce; supporting carers; volunteering; and mental health. The publication also includes recommendations for better engagement of people and communities in developing plans for health and care services. It calls for a plan that works towards a whole system approach for people with long-term conditions and disabilities that is geared to helping people live well and die well. Its key priorities should be to: focus on the outcomes that matter to people, promote of equality and reduce health inequalities, and provide a coordinated community-based offer of service and supports, properly joining up the contributions of primary care, community health, public health, housing, social care, volunteering and social action and the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector. The report has been compiled by leaders from the following organisations: C3 Collaborating for Health, Care and Support Alliance, Carers Trust Carers UK, Centre for Mental Health, Healthwatch England, National Voices, Race Equality Foundation, Richmond Group of Charities, The Patients Association, The Point of Care Foundation, VCSE Review, and Volunteering Matters.
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Following the announcement of extra funding for the NHS in England and the Government's commitment to develop a long term plan for the service, this publication brings together recommendations from thirteen leading charities and voice organisations for improving health and care. It highlights priorities that leaders within the sector want to see reflected in the plan and in the way it is developed. The authors outline the problems, what needs to happen, what is already being done well, and the priority actions that need to be taken now. Chapters cover the following areas for action: prevention and public health; people living with multiple long-term conditions; integrating care; sustainable social care; partnership with the voluntary sector; safety and accountability; reducing health inequalities; workforce; supporting carers; volunteering; and mental health. The publication also includes recommendations for better engagement of people and communities in developing plans for health and care services. It calls for a plan that works towards a whole system approach for people with long-term conditions and disabilities that is geared to helping people live well and die well. Its key priorities should be to: focus on the outcomes that matter to people, promote of equality and reduce health inequalities, and provide a coordinated community-based offer of service and supports, properly joining up the contributions of primary care, community health, public health, housing, social care, volunteering and social action and the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector. The report has been compiled by leaders from the following organisations: C3 Collaborating for Health, Care and Support Alliance, Carers Trust Carers UK, Centre for Mental Health, Healthwatch England, National Voices, Race Equality Foundation, Richmond Group of Charities, The Patients Association, The Point of Care Foundation, VCSE Review, and Volunteering Matters.
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NHS, financing, health care, social care, adult social care, policy, planning, voluntary sector, carers, health inequalities, user participation, integrated care, prevention, public health, mental health care, volunteers, joint working, person-centred care, staff development;