Mental health. Doorstep delivery.
A 24-hour home care team for people with severe mental illness has led to a reduction in inpatient stays and reduced service costs, according to a controlled evaluation. The 24-hour availability was popular with users. Home treatment should not be seen as an exclusive alternative to inpatient care. Admission is essential in some cases.
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Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health.
Ford
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D003156:Community Mental Health Services / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017046:Cost Savings; D004739:England; D006699:Home Care Services / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000191:economics / Q000628:therapy; D010348:Patient Care Team; D013222:State Medicine