The University of Newcastle is conducting a broad program of research exploring role of the 75+ Health Assessment in the care the care of older people, including those with dementia titled: “Co-design of best practice recommendations for use of the75+ Health Assessment in General Practice.”
To date this has included:
- Analysis of general practice data on health care actions following a 75+ Health Assessment.
- A qualitative study exploring general practitioner and practice nurse experiences of implementing the 75+ Health Assessment.
The final stage of this research is to conduct a co-design workshop which will be hosted via zoom on Wednesday, 12 October 2022, from 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
This will be followed by surveys to gain consensus on best practice recommendations for the 75+ Health Assessment, including specific recommendations for the care of people with dementia.
The research team invites GPs and practice nurses to participate in the co-design workshop and surveys. You will receive a $100 gift voucher as a token of appreciation, which will forwarded via email after the workshop.
If you are interested in taking part, please read through the consent form (.docx) and information statement (.docx).
If you decide to take part, please complete the consent form (above) and return a scanned copy by email to Dr White jwhite1@newcastle.edu.au or via post to Dr Jennifer White, Level 4 West Wing, HMRI, Locked Bag 1000. New Lambton, NSW, Australia, 2305. A Zoom invitation will be forwarded once we receive your consent form.
If you have any questions about the research, please feel free to contact Dr Jennifer White on 0403 141 446 or email jwhite1@newcastle.edu.au
Disclaimer: This article was provided by The University of Newcastle. While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network does not warrant or represent the accuracy, currency and completeness of any information or material included within.
