- National
A new NICE quality standard has been issued for mental health and independence in older adults, detailing interventions to improve and maintain mental wellbeing and how to identify those at risk of a decline. The quality standard has three statements.
1. Older people who are at risk of a decline in their independence and mental wellbeing are identified by service providers.
2. Older people most at risk of a decline in their independence and mental wellbeing are offered tailored, community-based physical activity programmes.
3. Older people most at risk of a decline in their indendence and mental wellbeing are offered a range of activities to build or maintain social participation.
