Care of the Elderly in the 21st Century: A UK Perspective

Abstract

This article is based on a paper presented at JAOT International Conference in Yokohama, 2000. It outlines care provision for elderly people in the United Kingdom, with specific reference to Scotland. It describes some of the problems that people may experience, the range of services available, and some of the challenges and dilemmas influencing the general provision of care. Examples of particular physical and psychological problems and the ways in which the community has responded to the needs of patients and carers, provide an illustration of the difficulties encountered. Reference is made to some of the principal non-governmental / voluntary organizations (NGOs) which provide advice or care. Two brief case histories are included as an appendix.