AgeWell: A Unique Care Model for Older People in Ireland combining peer-based social engagement and mobile technology to improve health outcomes and well-being among older people.

Long term population projections paint a clear picture in terms of the growth of demand for effective supports for our older people.   The over-60s population is expected to grow to over 1.3M by 2031 and 1.8M by 2046 with the most rapid growth segment being the over 85’s. There is a necessity to invest in innovative solutions that will address the care needs of a growing older population, that will provide a more effective sup port service to enable older people to remain in their own homes longer. AgeWell is one such innovation, using a pioneering and cost-effective health monitoring system that aids older people to stay living at home for as long as appropriate.Our aim is to support older people (over 60 ‘s with core target over 75’s) to live well for longer in their own homes and communities.  AgeWell does this by: Reducing isolation and loneliness, Identifying evolving health problems, Health promotion, Connecting older people to appropriate primary care providers, social services and communi ty resources.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           The model combines best practic...
Source: International Journal of Integrated Care - Category: Nursing Source Type: research