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Mental Health Services for Homebound Elders From Home Health Nursing Agencies and Home Care Agencies

OBJECTIVE: This study examined the practices of home care agencies and home health nursing agencies in the management and treatment of homebound clients with behavioral problems, dementia, and undiagnosed mental illnesses. METHODS: A survey was mailed to all 54 directors of agencies in Rhode Island in 2003; 53 responded, either by mail or telephone. RESULTS: Data indicated a lack of psychiatric services, a reluctance to address behavioral problems, and a failure to identify undiagnosed disorders. There was also a bias against accepting individuals with primary psychiatric disorders. CONCLUSIONS: Although the population of homebound elders with mental illness is increasing, their needs are not being met by these agencies.

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