Moving to a hostel: The perceptions of older people who move from hospital to hostel (‘low level’) care |
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| Authors: | Anne Atkinson Cheryl Tilse Nilissa Schlecht |
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| Institution: | 1. Geriatric and Rehabilitation Unit at Princess Alexandra Hospital , Brisbane;2. School of Social Work and Social Policy, University of Queensland;3. delivery of human services;4. University of Queensland and the Princess Alexandra Hospital, Social Work Department |
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| Abstract: | Abstract The aims of this research were threefold: to explore the perceptions of older people regarding the process of transition from hospital to hostel ('low level') care; to examine their experiences of hostel living after transfer; and to develop, on the basis of these findings, appropriate professional practice guidelines. |
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