The number of older people in prison is rising, and many have chronic health and social care needs. This article describes three initiatives set up to address the problems facing older prisoners. Offender Health, a policy branch in the Department of health, has set up the Older Prisoners Action Group. The Older Prisoners Project on the Isle of Wight is developing an outcome-based assessment framework to identify the health and social care needs of older prisoners. Buddy schemes are also developing to provide a support network
The number of older people in prison is rising, and many have chronic health and social care needs. This article describes three initiatives set up to address the problems facing older prisoners. Offender Health, a policy branch in the Department of health, has set up the Older Prisoners Action Group. The Older Prisoners Project on the Isle of Wight is developing an outcome-based assessment framework to identify the health and social care needs of older prisoners. Buddy schemes are also developing to provide a support network
The Isle of Wight has introduced free personal care for over-80s who meet the eligibility criteria of critical or substantial need. This has improved the lives of many older people by making home care free for many over-80s so they aren't forced to go into residential homes. The author explains how the changes were made and the benefits that have resulted.
The Isle of Wight has introduced free personal care for over-80s who meet the eligibility criteria of critical or substantial need. This has improved the lives of many older people by making home care free for many over-80s so they aren't forced to go into residential homes. The author explains how the changes were made and the benefits that have resulted.
Subject terms:
home care, long term care, older people, eligibility criteria;