Service evaluation comparing Acute Care at Home for older people service and conventional service within an acute hospital care of elderly ward.

Aims And Objectives: This study evaluated the impact of a consultant-led Acute Care at Home service in comparison with conventional hospital admission to a care of elderly ward.

Background: Globally, there has been an increased demand for healthcare services caused by population growth and a rise in chronic conditions and an ageing population. Acute Care at Home services offer acute, hospital-level care in a person's own home.