Community health care

CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Long term outcomes and mortality among patients enrolled in a structured primary care-led diabetes programme

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Long term outcomes and mortality among patients enrolled in a structured primary care-led diabetes programme
Authors: Fiona Riordan , Sheena McHugh, Velma Harkins, Patricia Kearney
Abstract
Introduction: Limited data exists, internationally and in Ir

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Assistive Technology: Resource for Integrating care and social inclusion for people with intellectual disability

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Assistive Technology: Resource for Integrating care and social inclusion for people with intellectual disability
Authors: John Owuor , Fiona Larkan
Abstract
Introduction: The familiarity of Airbnb, Facebook, Skype, Twitter or Uber across different so

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Evaluation of the “On the level” psychoeducational group programme for Bipolar Affective Disorder in a rural context

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Evaluation of the “On the level” psychoeducational group programme for Bipolar Affective Disorder in a rural context
Authors: Dan Hartnett , Clair O’Connor
Abstract
Introduction: The delivery of psychoeducational group programmes is a National Instit

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: An Independent Service User Evaluation of a Consultant Pharmacist Led. Medicines Optimisation in Older People’s Project

By Admin / October 17, 2017

An Independent Service User Evaluation of a Consultant Pharmacist Led. Medicines Optimisation in Older People’s Project
Authors: Ruth Miller, Maura McClean, Anne Friel
Abstract
Introduction: In 2012 the Western Health and Social care Trust (WHSCT) an

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Workflow barriers out of hours: optimising critical care outreach to support clinical decision making in medical and surgical care settings

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Workflow barriers out of hours: optimising critical care outreach to support clinical decision making in medical and surgical care settings
Authors: Anne-Marie Brady , Shauna Ennis, Maebh Prendergast, Mary Quirke, Jas Bhangu, Aine Lynch, Gobnait Byrn

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: DBT STEPS-A: Inter-agency collaboration to promote positive mental health in adolescents

By Admin / October 17, 2017

DBT STEPS-A: Inter-agency collaboration to promote positive mental health in adolescents
Authors: Daniel Flynn , Mary Joyce, Mareike Weihrauch, Caitriona O’Malley
Abstract
Introduction: A Vision for Change – Report of the Expert Group on Mental Healt

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: The Socrates Cafe: Philosophy as an integrated therapeutic tool in social care settingss

By Admin / October 17, 2017

The Socrates Cafe: Philosophy as an integrated therapeutic tool in social care settingss
Authors: Michael Francis Brophy , Carmel Gallagher
Abstract
My generation (born 1946) will have longer and better lives. We are not equal entering into this expe

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: The impact of an educational intervention on Home Support Workers’ ability to detect pressure ulcer damage

By Admin / October 17, 2017

The impact of an educational intervention on Home Support Workers’ ability to detect pressure ulcer damage
Author: Mairead Clarke
Abstract
Introduction: Internationally, pressure ulcers remain a significant health care problem (NPUAP, EPUAP and PPPI

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Introduction of a Mental Health Medicines Education Service

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Introduction of a Mental Health Medicines Education Service
Authors: Louise Kennedy , Helen Danaher, Nik Nikolic, Shirley Guerin
Abstract
An introduction: Phoenix Pharmacy Department (PPD) provides hospital pharmacy services to the Phoenix Care Centr

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Promoting the physical health of people with severe mental illness: improving integration between primary and secondary care.

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Promoting the physical health of people with severe mental illness: improving integration between primary and secondary care.
Authors: Marie T O’Shea , Margo Wrigley, Jim Ryan, Brian Osborne, Jogin Thakore, Donal O Hanlon, Pearse Finegan, Claire Coll

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Closing the Gap

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Closing the Gap
Author: Ciara Scott
Abstract
Introduction: This process change was introduced in one HSE Regional Orthodontic Unit to improve patient flow and access to care for children very prominent front teeth. (IOTN Grade5a)1

Patients are refe

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Carer Needs Assessment Development – A Republic of Ireland led International Joint Working Project to Support Delivery of Integrated Health and Social Care

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Carer Needs Assessment Development – A Republic of Ireland led International Joint Working Project to Support Delivery of Integrated Health and Social Care
Authors: Liam O’sullivan , Linda Mcdermott Scales, Clare Duffy, Natalie Vereker, Kris Dhondt
A

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: ICT supporting clinicians and patients – the key facilitator of integrated care

By Admin / October 17, 2017

ICT supporting clinicians and patients – the key facilitator of integrated care
Authors: Michelle Kearns , Aoife Kavanagh, Margaret Curran, Dorcas Collier
Abstract
An introduction: (comprising context and problem statement) The community intervention

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Family Carers as Partners in Implementing Integrated Care: Maximising the Impact of Ireland’s National Carers Strategy

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Family Carers as Partners in Implementing Integrated Care: Maximising the Impact of Ireland’s National Carers Strategy
Authors: Diarmaid O’Sullivan , Paul O’Mahoney, Liam O’Sullivan
Abstract
Crucial to the success of integrated care networks is the r

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: An integrated approach to future planning for adults with intellectual disability and their ageing carers

By Admin / October 17, 2017

An integrated approach to future planning for adults with intellectual disability and their ageing carers
Authors: Aviva Cohen , Professor Karola Dillenburger, Professor Lizbeth Goodman
Abstract
ola Dillenburger2, Professor Lizbeth Goodman3

1: ASSI

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Interprofessional education as a building block for collaborative and integrated eating disorder services

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Interprofessional education as a building block for collaborative and integrated eating disorder services
Authors: Sara McDevitt , Fiona McNicholas, Aileen Whyte, Rhona Jennings
Abstract
Introduction: (comprising context and problem statement) Eating

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: An Exploratory Study of Discharge Planning Home Visits within an Irish Context- Investigating Nationwide Practice and Perspectives.

By Admin / October 17, 2017

An Exploratory Study of Discharge Planning Home Visits within an Irish Context- Investigating Nationwide Practice and Perspectives.
Author: Aisling Jane Davis
Abstract
Research Purpose and Aims: Discharge planning home visits are a routine part of o

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: At the interface between formal and informal care: Supporting families caring for a person with Intellectual Disability in Ireland

By Admin / October 17, 2017

At the interface between formal and informal care: Supporting families caring for a person with Intellectual Disability in Ireland
Authors: Bianca van Bavel , Attracta Lafferty, Diarmaid O’Sullivan, Paul O’Mahoney
Abstract
Introduction: Amidst change

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: Flexible Assertive Community Treatment

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Flexible Assertive Community Treatment
Authors: Denis Long , Colm Herlihy, John Kelleher, Ned Kelly, Martin Lawlor
Abstract
Background: Carraig Mor Psychiatric Intensive care unit has developed a Flexible Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) approach

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: To text or not to text?… Implications for general practice: A mixed methods investigation

By Admin / October 17, 2017

To text or not to text?… Implications for general practice: A mixed methods investigation
Authors: Dorothy Leahy , Aoife Lyons, Matthias Dahm, Diarmuid Quinlan
Abstract
Introduction: Texting has become more prevalent in general practice as a tool to

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: A Realist Framework for the Implementation of Integrated Primary Care

By Admin / October 17, 2017

A Realist Framework for the Implementation of Integrated Primary Care
Author: Marcella McGovern
Abstract
Introduction: An obstacle for the implementation of Integrated Primary Care (IPC) has been termed the “Paradox of Primary Care” [1].This paradox

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Heart Failure Virtual Consult

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Heart Failure Virtual Consult
Authors: Ciara Keane , Stephanie James, Joe Gallagher, Annie Fitzgerald, Bronagh Travers, Etain Quigley, C Hecht, Mark Ledwidge, Kenneth McDonald
Abstract
Introduction: Many challenges remain in the management of heart f

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: A new way of working in Irish mental health: service user and family member engagement in the design and delivery of mental health services

By Admin / October 17, 2017

A new way of working in Irish mental health: service user and family member engagement in the design and delivery of mental health services
Author: Liam Hennessy
Abstract
Are you part of a ‘new way of working’ already yielding outcome or still in pi

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Improving Communication with General Practitioners post ST elevation Myocardial Infarction

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Improving Communication with General Practitioners post ST elevation Myocardial Infarction
Authors: JJ Coughlan , Conor Hickie, Barbara Gorna, Ross Murphy
Abstract
Introduction: Coronary artery disease remains one of the leading causes of death world

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: Early detection of deterioration in the older persons in a community setting the Kildare, West Wicklow area Co Kildare part of CHO7

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Early detection of deterioration in the older persons in a community setting the Kildare, West Wicklow area Co Kildare part of CHO7
Author: Mary Roach
Abstract
An algorithm/pathway for health professionals to use in a community. This is used for ear

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WEBINAR: Integrated Care Matters Series 1 – Building community connections and resilience: the important of contacts and cul

By Admin / May 16, 2017

Access webinar materials at https://integratedcarefoundation.org/events/webinar-integrated-care-matters-series-1#1494942338214-9ac617d3-5e2c

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WEBINAR: Integrated Care Matters Series 1 – Community centered Palliative Care

By Admin / April 19, 2017

Access webinar materials at https://integratedcarefoundation.org/events/webinar-integrated-care-matters-series-1#1494942266157-1c918cb3-d976

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WEBINAR: Integrated Care Matters Series 1 – Locality Interdisciplinary Teams

By Admin / March 15, 2017

Access webinar materials at https://integratedcarefoundation.org/events/webinar-integrated-care-matters-series-1#1495007690939-6d80b131-e620

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: Polypharmacy and Adherence: Key Components of Integrated Care. The case of Northern Ireland

By Admin / December 16, 2016

Polypharmacy and Adherence: Key Components of Integrated Care. The case of Northern Ireland
Claire Scullin, Glenda Fleming, Michael Scott, Cathy Harrison
Abstract
Introduction: Polypharmacy and medication adherence in the older population are signif

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Community Oncology Nursing Programme making integrated people centred care a reality in Ireland

By Admin / December 16, 2016

Community Oncology Nursing Programme making integrated people centred care a reality in Ireland
Terry Orla Hanan, Louise Mullen, Marie Laffoy, Mary Wynne, Janice Richmond, Eve O Toole
Abstract
Background and Content: In Ireland community nurses curr

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Developing people-centeredness in the Irish healthcare system – continuous awareness and communicati

By Admin / December 16, 2016

Developing people-centeredness in the Irish healthcare system – continuous awareness and communication are key enablers to success
Michelle Cunniffe, Mary Burke, Margaret Curran, Dorcas Collier
Abstract
Key lessons learned: -Empowering patients requ

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Engaging active citizen participation in the co-creation of an educational and information campaign

By Admin / December 16, 2016

Engaging active citizen participation in the co-creation of an educational and information campaign to support older people to be empowered against abuse: Key learnings for integrative care
Authors: Deirdre O’Donnell, Gerard Fealy, Carmel Downes
Abst

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