Planning and Evaluating Older Person Integrated Health Service Report

This report delves into the critical need for integrated health services tailored to older adults, examining the imperative to reduce avoidable hospital presentations and admissions. The study meticulously analyzes data, comparing findings against the NSW state average, and provides evidence-based rationales for any observed differences. It encompasses the identification and graphical illustration of key indicators such as the number and rates of older persons in various regions, avoidable presentation and admission rates, at-risk populations, and conditions. Furthermore, the report emphasizes the importance of an array of care services, proposes a health service framework for older people in specific Australian suburbs, and models integrated health care services. It also addresses the specific needs of older individuals suffering from dementia, delirium, and Parkinsonism, offering a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities in geriatric care.