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The needs of old people. The 'interval' as a method of measurement.

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Survey estimates the need for domiciliary services among older adults, indicating a substantial increase is necessary.

The aim was to estimate the need for domiciliary services among older adults in three areas of Scotland.
Survey conducted with 1035 individuals from three areas in the west of Scotland.
Participants classified into 12 care groups based on potential need and solitude measures.
Potential need measured by the frequency of help required; solitude defined by the availability of help.
Potential need increases linearly with age.
Solitude peaks in the 75-84 age group, varying across locations.
A significant increase in domiciliary services is required to achieve satisfactory community care standards.

Isaacs et al. (1976) studied this question.

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