Comparing the case-mix of frail older people at home and of those being admitted into residential care: a longitudinal study

Abstract Background In order to optimize interventions and services in the community, it is important to identify the profile of persons who are able to stay at home and of those who are being admitted into residential care. Understanding their needs and their use of resources is essential. The main...

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Main Authors: Johanna de Almeida Mello, Sophie Cès, Dirk Vanneste, Thérèse Van Durme, Chantal Van Audenhove, Jean Macq, Brant Fries, Anja Declercq
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-020-01593-w