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A framework for delivering integrated health and social care for older people with complex needs: consultation document
- Author:
- WALES. Welsh Government
- Publisher:
- Welsh Government
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 14
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
Wales already has a higher proportion of people aged over 85 than the other countries of the United Kingdom, and is likely to rise further in the next decade. This framework for integrated health and social care summarises the relevant policy and key principles; and provides clear definitions. It sets out the Welsh Government’s expectations for how all the different partners need to develop and deliver integrated health and social care services, not as something extra but as the normal way of working. It identifies what the evidence indicates as the core requirements on which to base local planning and delivery; and states the outcome-based indicators that will help establish the present baseline position and measure progress. In all, care delivery must be aimed at achieving improved user and patient care through better co-ordination of services; and the the recipient will have a greater say and more control over the care received. Responses to this consultation are required by 31 October 2013. (Edited publisher abstract)
Information and guidance on domestic abuse: safeguarding older people in Wales
- Authors:
- WALES. Welsh Government, OLDER PEOPLE'S COMMISSIONER FOR WALES
- Publisher:
- Welsh Government
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 53
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
Good practice guidance to help professionals recognise, respond and provide support to older people who are experiencing or who have experienced domestic abuse. It outlines the characteristics of domestic abuse experienced by older people, including coercive control; older people’s experience of domestic abuse, and their possible reluctance to disclose abuse; identifying and responding to abuse; referral options and using existing safeguarding processes; and helps professionals address the complexities of working with older people who need care and support as a result of domestic abuse, but who also require professionals to respond to their other care and support needs. The guide includes short case studies and a summary of key relevant legislation. (Edited publisher abstract)
Integrated assessment, planning and review arrangements for older people: guidance for professionals in supporting the health, care and well-being of older people
- Authors:
- WALES. Welsh Government, NHS WALES
- Publisher:
- Welsh Government
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 60
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
The Welsh Government has set out its requirements for integrated health and social care in ‘A framework for delivering integrated health and social care for older people with complex needs’ (2013). This guidance sets out a process for delivering integrated assessment processes, and is a key part of implementing the overall framework. It replaces the Unified Assessment Process (UAP) in its application to people aged 65 years and over. It covers the duties and functions of local authorities and Local Health Boards (LHBs) to promote the well-being, assessment, care and support planning and review arrangements for services for people aged 65 and over. This is irrespective of presenting need, disability or condition and supports access to care and support in the community. This guidance is to apply in any situation where older people need help from the NHS or a local authority to: maintain or promote well-being; regain or maintain independence; be discharged from hospital; return or continue to live in their own home; secure appropriate residential or nursing care; help protect them from abuse and neglect; and help them manage continuing health conditions. The guidance also covers sharing information and issues such as fair access to care services eligibility criteria. (Edited publisher abstract)