Information gap

Article Abstract:

Glasgow health visitors and district nurses are unprepared for the implementation of community care in 1993 due to lack of information and training. Community nurse, Bridget Hunter fear the reforms will strain an already over-extended service and considers lack of information is lowering morale. She also opposes social service assessment of needs. Royal College of Nursing (RCN)representative, Kay Boyd recommends cooperation between the disciplines and communication improvements. The situation in Glasgow may be typical of other areas.

Health aspects, Glasgow, Scotland

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United in uncertainty

Article Abstract:

A review of health professionals' attitudes to the implementation of commnuity care in Islington and Bath, England and Glasgow, Scotland has followed an examination of attitudes in 1992. All admit anxiety over operation. Community care staff in Islington remain concerned about inadequate discharge arrangements and resources. Bath community psychiatrist, Bob Pearce considers the internal market more significant than community care. Cooperation between health and social workers is creating uncertainty in Glasgow.

Cover Story, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Community health aides

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Out in force

Article Abstract:

Health authorities and social service departments are concerned about the implementation of community care. Community nurses have criticised lack of consultation on changes. Professionals fear that hospital admissions will be delayed by patients awaiting discharge. Some fear that clients may be unsupported through lack of resources. However, a Government appointed Community care Support Force advises on establishing new frameworks for care provision. It has issued guideance on patient assessment and discharge.

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