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Care coordination for older people: an exploratory framework.
- Source :
- Quality in Ageing & Older Adults; 2015, Vol. 16 Issue 3, p130-139, 10p
- Publication Year :
- 2015
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Abstract
- Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present a framework for examining variation in care coordination arrangements for older people. Design/methodology/approach – A multi-method approach was adopted combining analysis of secondary data and primary data. There were two stages: the development of the framework and its constituent attributes and indicators; and its validation from two perspectives: a meeting with managers and focus groups with practitioners. It was informed by an existing generic framework; subsequent policy guidance; data from an English national survey; previous research; and international literature. Findings – The framework comprises 19 attributes each with indicators measuring performance relating to: organisational arrangements influencing service delivery; the performance of core tasks of care coordination; and differentiation within the process to distinguish between responses to different levels of need. Originality/value – Care coordination arrangements in England are characterised by diversity. This paper provides a framework for evaluating local arrangements thereby highlighting strengths and where improvements are needed. It offers a means to promote programme fidelity. As such it has utility for both service commissioners and providers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14717794
- Volume :
- 16
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Quality in Ageing & Older Adults
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 109512411
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/QAOA-11-2014-0043