Towards Quality Care Outcomes for Older People in Care Homes

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Synopsis

This unique evaluation of the outcomes of residential and nursing home care for older people identifies the factors determining the quality of life of older people who have moved into care homes. It examines the relationship between older people's psychological well-being and the kinds of care received in residential homes. The volume draws on a study of UK care homes, interviewing new entrants soon after admission and then on two further occasions, to ascertain their experience of care and their quality of life. Interviews were also undertaken with care staff and their managers, and the care environment of each home was assessed. The authors provide valuable evidence of the factors which can influence older people's well-being on entering a care home and how they adjust either positively or not to their new surroundings. The volume offers clear pointers towards ways to improve quality of residential and nursing home care.

Book details

Author:
Caroline Mozley, Caroline Sutcliffe, Heather Bagley, Lis Cordingley, David Challis, Peter Huxley, Alistair Burns
ISBN:
9781351144353
Related ISBNs:
9780815398530, 9781351144360, 9781138357761
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
287
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2023-09-25
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2004
Copyright by:
N/A 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Social Studies, Sociology