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Health of the elderly project : an experiment in the voluntary visiting of old people

Author:

King Edward's Hospital Fund for London, Young Volunteer Force Foundation, Hart, Linda, and Kettle, David

Publication date:

1974

Abstract:

This experimental project took place in Newcastle upon Tyne to look at the health of elderly people. The aims of the project were: to develop experimental after-care and preventive medicine with patients, their friends and families; to help develop relationships that bridge the gap between family and friend and hospital ...