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All things being equal
 — age equality in mental health care for older people in England
Corporate AuthorMental Health Foundation
PublisherMental Health Foundation, London, 2009
Pages20 pp
SourceMental Health Foundation, Colechurch House, 1 London Bridge Walk, London, SE1 2SX.
KeywordsMental disorder ; Medical care ; Psychiatric treatment ; Social work ; Attitudes to the old of general public ; Ageism ; England.
AnnotationOlder people with mental health problems in England do not receive the same level or quality of care as younger people. Despite the existence of policies and guidelines setting out the importance of age equality in mental health care, both direct and indirect discrimination of older people has continued across all health and social care services. This report outlines evidence on the prevalence of mental health problems; the cost of addressing age discrimination; current service structures; and implications for services. It makes recommendations aimed at ensuring older people receive equitable provision of high quality mental health care and support. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-170314003 B
ClassmarkE: LK: LP: IG: TOB: B:TOB: 82

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