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Key stakeholders' views on the quality of care and services available to frail seniors in Canada.

Anik M C GiguereElina FarmanovaJayna M Holroyd-LeducSharon E StrausRobin UrquhartValerie CarnovaleErik BretonSelynne GuoNandini MaharajPierre J DurandFrance LégaréAlexis F TurgeonMichèle Aubin
Published in: BMC geriatrics (2018)
A systematic identification of frail older people is the first step to adapt healthcare systems to this population's needs. Participation of frail older people and their caregivers to decision making would also allow choosing care plans meeting their care goals. The integration of care and services across settings, over time, and with various providers, is also needed to meet frail senior needs.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • palliative care
  • quality improvement
  • affordable care act
  • primary care
  • decision making
  • pain management
  • mental health
  • health insurance
  • physical activity
  • public health
  • chronic pain