Care homes and care in the home
Our 'Care Homes and care in the home' theme focuses on developing innovative HealthTech solutions to enable new models of care for residential and home-based healthcare.
We aim to improve the quality of life for older adults and those with complex needs, while reducing pressure on hospitals and care facilities.
Key areas of focus:
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Current projects
- Smart falls prevention system
Developing a network of sensors and AI algorithms to predict and prevent falls in care homes and private residences. - Hospital at home platform
Creating a comprehensive digital platform to support hospital-level care at home, including vital signs monitoring and video consultations. - What health and care tech is being used?
National survey of UK providers of hospital at home healthcare to examine which technologies they currently use – in partnership with the UK Hospital at Home Society, the NIHR ARC West Midlands and the NIHR Oxford BRC.
Impact
Our research aims to:
- Reduce unnecessary hospital admissions from care homes
- Improve quality of life for older adults and those with complex needs
- Enhance the efficiency of care delivery in residential and home settings
- Support the independence of individuals receiving care at home
Collaborations:
We work closely with care home providers, community health services, social care organisations, and HealthTech companies specialising in elderly care and remote monitoring.
Get Involved
Are you a care provider, patient, family member, or technology developer interested in improving care for older adults? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us to learn about opportunities to participate in our research or collaborate on new projects.
Information on how healthcare professionals, patients, or industry partners can engage with the theme's work? Key contact / theme lead contact info.
