The idea of splitting up elderly couples who need different levels of care is abhorrent. The author asks why the suggestion ever came to be considered.
The idea of splitting up elderly couples who need different levels of care is abhorrent. The author asks why the suggestion ever came to be considered.
Subject terms:
home care, mixed economy of care, needs, older people, rights, social care provision, decision making;
Reports on a scheme for Asian elders in London that plays an important role in limiting social exclusion among a group of people who do not always turn to social services.
Reports on a scheme for Asian elders in London that plays an important role in limiting social exclusion among a group of people who do not always turn to social services.
Subject terms:
social isolation, needs, older people, prevention, social exclusion, Asian people, black and minority ethnic people, families, empowerment;
The author visits a residential project in the heart of London helping people with mental health problems overcome years of institutional living and deal with the problems of every day life.
The author visits a residential project in the heart of London helping people with mental health problems overcome years of institutional living and deal with the problems of every day life.
Subject terms:
housing, housing associations, mental health problems, needs, older people, residential care, social services, social care provision, supported living;