Publications

In early 2011 a group of leading policymakers, organisation leaders, patient and carer representatives, academics and practitioners convened for a workshop in London. The purpose was to discuss the opportunities and challenges faced by those living with or caring for people with dementia; to explore the future of services for people with dementia; and to look at delivery options for home-based service models.

An exploration of comparable systems, technologies and models used for chronic disease management in the US, which could be adopted here in the UK.

An independent analysis of estimated savings to the NHS if four home healthcare service models are adopted more widely across England. The conclusion? Better patient outcomes and net savings to the NHS of over £1.2bn.

This paper describes an innovative partnership between Healthcare at Home Ltd and The Christie NHS Foundation Trust to provide home treatment with trastuzumab (Herceptin).

This paper reviews the evidence base for home healthcare. While the discussion focuses largely on cancer, this model of care is also relevant to other chronic conditions, including multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and HIV.

A study published through the Northern Ireland Health Economics Group indicates potential savings for the NHS of around 80% when certain treatments are delivered to appropriate patients in their own home rather than in hospital. The service was also highly rated by patients.