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Peer reviewedLowe, Shari; Durrell, Kelly – Canadian Journal on Aging, 1988
The Geriatric Function Score Scale was developed for the elderly. It is an objective tool that examines physical, cognitive, and motivational components of functioning. Results of a preliminary study revealed that the score patients received was able to discriminate the level of placement they would need upon hospital discharge. (Author/CH)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Geriatrics, Health Facilities, Holistic Evaluation
Direct linkMontgomery, Patrick R.; Fallis, Wendy M. – Canadian Journal on Aging, 2003
The objective of this study was to compare enhanced access to geriatric assessment and case management to usual home care service provision for the frail elderly. This was a demonstration project, with randomized allocation to control or intervention groups of frail elderly persons who had been referred to the Home Care service in Winnipeg. Of the…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Intervention, Hospitals, Older Adults
