The Effect of Inpatient Respite Care on Elderly Patients and Their Carers

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Abstract
Fifty-eight carers and their dependants who received inpatient respite care were studied before and during the admission period. Although there was no observable improvement in the carers emotional well-being the majority of the patients showed an improvement in functioning, particularly those who were being looked after by highly stressed carers. Many carers expressed a wish for more respite than they were currently offered, and some would have preferred a more flexible type of service.

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