Effectiveness of a multi-component community-based care approach for older people at risk of care dependency - results of a prospective quasi-experimental study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Due to demographic changes, the elderly population in western countries is constantly growing. As the risk of functional decline and multimorbidity increases with age, health care systems need to face the challenge of high demand for health care services and related costs. Therefore, innovative health care approaches and geriatric screenings are needed to provide individualised care. This study aims to expand the state of research by investigating the effectiveness of a multi-component care approach for the elderly in a German community setting.

Methods

A prospective, quasi-experimental study was initiated by statutory health insurance (SHI) companies. The innovative care approach includes a geriatric assessment, a case and network management as well as digital su

SUBMITTER: Hasemann L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9022407 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature