Tag Archives: “New Vision of Later Life”

“New Vision of Later Life” – 3 – Enriched Dementia Support

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

What future for residential care?  Years ago I stood on a conference platform and suggested   ” no future at all ”  but this outdated form of provision has hung on, bolstered by the growth in the frail elderly population and the lack of … Continue reading →

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“New Vision of Later Life” – 2 – Health Improvement Centres

Posted on July 5, 2011 by

My second image of later life looks at the other end of the health care system.  The acute sector of the NHS looks after us very well throughout our childhood and our working adult life.  At its heart, the doctors and … Continue reading →

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“New Vision of Later Life” 1

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

I have written a lot about the neglect of older people in the NHS, in residential care homes and in their own homes.  My blogs have been stimulated by the many reports over the last twelve months of malnutrition and … Continue reading →

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