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Does the NHS deserve a golden celebration
- Authors:
- HIRST Judy, WELLARD Sarah
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 9.7.98, 1998, pp.8-9.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
As the NHS celebrates its 50th anniversary, the authors reflect on the service it offers and examines the experiences of vulnerable social groups.
Coordination and Advocacy for Rural Elders (CARE): a model of rural case management with veterans
- Authors:
- RITCHIE Christine, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Gerontologist, 42(3), June 2002, pp.399-405.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Describes a pilot initiative sponsored by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to improve the health and community tenure of frail older veterans living in rural counties 50-100 miles from two host VHA medical centers. Problems identified for each patient, included risk, social needs, pain, and needs related to disability. As a result of initial assessment, two thirds of CARE (Coordination and Advocacy for Rural Elders) participants received referral/linkage to formal services, more than half to medical providers.