Home first. They’re two words that aren’t spoken enough with regard to the care of elderly people. Indeed, it’s a concept that could become the norm as the population ages, and healthcare budgets are squeezed.
There are many sound reasons for this approach, which is promoted by Age UK, amongst others. It aims to prevent or delay the admission of the elderly into the already-overloaded healthcare system. It helps ensure individuals receive the right care at the right time and in the right place – and importantly brings an improved quality of life to those involved.
