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Intermediate care and the housing connection
- Author:
- FLETCHER Peter
- Journal article citation:
- Housing Care and Support, 4(2), May 2001, pp.12-14.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Until recently there was a lot of confusion about the meaning of the term 'intermediate care' and the role, if any, that the supported housing sector can play in the development of intermediate care services. This article examines what intermediate care is, who it is for, and what the housing and support contribution might be.
Europe's models of independence
- Author:
- FLETCHER Peter
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 4(2), April 2000, pp.12-16.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Drawing on models from across Europe, the author describes how the use of institutional care is being minimised and older people with high care needs are being housed in new and innovative settings. Looks at how changes are being driven by attempts to promote normal living, encourage involvement, provide information, and increase access and high standards.
From cradle to grave: the future of social care. Alive and kicking
- Author:
- FLETCHER Peter
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 5.12.96, 1996, pp.iv-vi.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Older people can make a big contribution to the life of the local community if they are allowed to. Assesses strategies to enfranchise this neglected group.
A new era for community care: what people want from health, housing and social care services
- Authors:
- FARRELL Christine, ROBINSON Janice, FLETCHER Peter
- Publisher:
- King's Fund
- Publication year:
- 1999
- Pagination:
- 49p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Report providing an insight into the experiences of older and disabled people and their carers who use health, housing and social care services, and of front line staff providing treatment, care and support. Concludes that the indicators are that these services are often failing to provide adequate support to vulnerable people living in the community.