InterRAI (International Resident Assessment Instrument) for the Community Care
Applied/Translational Research
Care Continuum
Central Health Action & Learning Kampung
Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care
31 December 2022
Enhance standardized care assessments for eldercare centers using the interRAI system. The interRAI system supports seamless and effective eldercare services, enhancing community health management capabilities.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Applied/Translational Research, Care Continuum, Quantitative Research, Intermediate and Long Term Care ＆ Community Care, Community Health, Applied/Translational Research
About this Content
Aims
Enhance standardized care assessments for eldercare centers using the interRAI system. Administer holistic assessments to support care planning.
Background
Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital collaborated with MOH, AIC, and other organizations to implement the interRAI system for improved eldercare services.
Methods
Conducted sector-wide briefings, developed assessment tools, and implemented standardized interRAI frameworks for community care.
Results
Developed a core set of assessment tools, enabling continuity of care and holistic client evaluation. System successfully onboarded to multiple organizations.
Conclusion
The interRAI system supports seamless and effective eldercare services, enhancing community health management capabilities.
Lessons Learnt
Standardized assessment streamlines processes and reduces duplication. Initial resistance was managed through robust training and support.
Additional Information
Featured at Central Health Action & Learning Kampung (CHALK) Poster Showcase 2022.
Keywords
InterRAI, Community Care, Standardized Tools
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care |
Organization(s) Involved | Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital |
Platform(s) | Central Health Action & Learning Kampung |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators, Clinical Research, Geriatric Medicine |
Project Lead(s) | William Loh |
Project Member(s) | Jeffrey Woo |
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