Advancing Rural Geriatric Services: Lessons from the Veterans Health Administration
2024
Advancing Rural Geriatric Services: Lessons from the Veterans Health Administration
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Author Information
Author(s): Franzosa Emily, Hung William, Hicken Bret
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Conclusion
The symposium highlights effective strategies for expanding rural geriatrics services to better support older Veterans.
Supporting Evidence
- The Veterans Health Administration serves almost 3 million rural Veterans.
- More than half of these Veterans are 65 and older.
- The symposium discusses strategies for expanding rural geriatrics services.
Takeaway
This study shows how to help older Veterans in rural areas get better health care by sharing successful strategies and resources.
Methodology
The symposium includes presentations on understanding geriatric service needs, determining priorities, and sharing successful program examples.
Participant Demographics
Almost 3 million rural Veterans, more than half aged 65 and older.
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