Accessibility and suitability of residential alcohol treatment for older adults

Conclusion A person’s access to rehab should be based on their individual condition, circumstances and ability to benefit, not assumptions based on their age.  Intergenerational rehabs can work well for some older adults provided they are responsive to age-related needs.  However, some older-adults may benefit from being grouped with residents of a similar age. Further Information Contact details for corresponding author: Dr Sarah Wadd, Room B401, University of Bedfordshire, University Square, Luton LU1 3JU.  Sarah.wadd@beds.ac.uk. References National Treatment Agency (2012) The role of residential rehab in an integrated treatment system. London, The National Treatment Agency for Substance Misuse. Sheffield Hallam University (2017) Residential Treatment Services: Evidence Review. Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam University and Phoenix Futures.
Source: Alcohol Research UK - Category: Addiction Authors: Tags: Alcohol Insights alcohol services treatment treatment services Source Type: news