Telecare

By Nicola.Padden, Tue, 30/11/2021

This report details the outcomes of engagement with current and potential users of telecare services in Scotland. We asked participants about their experiences of using telecare, and what they would like to see from a service in the future. The group was self-selected after communications sent on our behalf by The Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the ALLIANCE).

This is the first in a series of engagements which will be held in order to support the co-design of telecare services by providers across Scotland.

In October, additional winter 2021-22 funding was announced by the Scottish Government. The funding is part of measures being put in place to support current system pressures. NHS Boards, Integration Authorities and Local Authorities are expected to work collaboratively to ensure a whole system response.

In particular, funding is available for the following purposes:

By Nicola.Padden, Thu, 11/11/2021

This Briefing Note has been developed to align with Scottish Government measures to support the current system pressures.

Please note, a number of suppliers provide medication reminders and dispensers, and the TEC programme is not endorsing a specific supplier. HSCPs should explore options and identify the right solution to meet their specific needs.

By Nicola.Padden, Thu, 11/11/2021

Increasing awareness and knowledge of telecare & developing/improving assessment skills for telecare in the multidisciplinary team.

This Briefing Note has been developed to align with Scottish Government measures to support the current system pressures.

By Nicola.Padden, Thu, 11/11/2021

This Briefing Note has been developed to align with Scottish Government measures to support the current system pressures.

Please note, a number of suppliers provide lifestyle monitoring systems and services, and the TEC programme is not endorsing a specific supplier. HSCPs should explore options and identify the right solution to meet their specific needs.