Case studies highlighting the innovative ways that hospitals and health systems are addressing the unique care needs of older adults.
Integrating Age-Friendly Care in a VA Inpatient Mental Health Unit
The Geriatric Inpatient Mental Unit at Oklahoma City VA Health Care System is integrating Age-Friendly Health Systems principles into psychiatric care for older veterans, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Hardwiring Best Practices for Safe Mobility and Delirium Prevention in Older Adult Patients
UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Ala., developed and implemented new care processes to screen older adults for mobility issues and delirium and ensure appropriate follow-up care and monitoring.
Integrating Age-Friendly Care in a Geriatric Emergency Department
Sharp Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, Calif., has improved health outcomes for older adult patients receiving care in its ED, while also decreasing readmissions and improving job satisfaction and retention of nurses.