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Wanless Review

This report by Sir Derek Wanless was published in March 2006 by the King’s Fund. It analyses the demand for social care for older people in England and estimates of spending requirements over the next 20 years. Chapter 9 reviews the use of telecare in the UK.

Full Wanless Report: Securing Good Care for Older People: Taking a Long-Term View

Summary of Wanless Report:

 
Wanless Report media briefing:
 
This document was produced as an appendix to the Wanless Review providing evidence on the costs and effectiveness of the use of telecare:
Wanless Background Paper Telecare and Older PeopleWanless Background Paper 'Telecare and Older People'
 

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