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Singapore Programme for Integrated Care for the Elderly (SPICE)—an integrated model of care to enable frail elderly to be cared for in the community

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: Purpose: Alternative models of care for the frail elderly are needed in Singapore in view of the rapidly ageing population, increased longevity and increase in the complexity of elderly care needs. The objective of the programme (SPICE) is to delay and avoid institutional care for the frail elderly by meeting their complex care needs in the community.

Source: International Journal of Integrated Care

DOI: 10.5334/ijic.1005

Authors: Chun Keong, Loong Mun, Leo Feng, Josephine Huang, Jason Cheah

Institution: Agency for Integrated Care

Language: English

Topic: Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,839