Version: 0.0.3 | Published: 20 Nov 2023 | Updated: 549 days ago
Summary
DOI Name:
Not Available
Documentation
Description:
The National Care Homes Data refers to a comprehensive collection of information about care homes across a specific country or region. This dataset contains valuable details regarding the facilities, services, and residents of care homes, enabling a better understanding of the long-term care sector. The dataset typically includes data on a range of variables related to care homes. This may encompass information such as the names and locations of care homes, ownership or management details, types of care provided (e.g., residential, nursing, dementia care), capacity (number of beds), staffing levels, available amenities and services, quality ratings, and compliance with regulatory standards. In addition, the National Care Homes Data may contain demographic information about the residents of care homes, such as age, gender, medical conditions, and care needs. It can also include data on admissions, discharges, and transfers of residents between care homes or other healthcare settings. The National Care Homes Data serves several purposes. It provides a comprehensive overview of the long-term care sector, facilitating planning, resource allocation, and policy development related to care home services. Healthcare administrators and policymakers can use this data to assess the capacity and distribution of care homes, identify gaps in service provision, and inform strategies to improve access to quality care for older adults or individuals with specific care needs. Care home operators and managers can leverage the National Care Homes Data to benchmark their facilities against others, monitor compliance with regulatory standards, and make informed decisions regarding staffing levels, services, and resident care plans. It supports quality improvement initiatives and enables providers to deliver person-centered care that meets the needs of their residents. Researchers and analysts can utilize the dataset to study various aspects of care homes, including healthcare utilization, outcomes, and quality of care. The data can inform research on topics such as care home effectiveness, resident satisfaction, interventions to improve care, and the impact of policies on long-term care. It's important to note that access to the National Care Homes Data and the specific data elements it contains may be subject to privacy regulations and governance frameworks to protect the privacy and confidentiality of care home residents. Compliance with data protection standards and ethical considerations should be ensured when accessing and using the dataset. For more detailed information about the dataset, including its availability, specific variables, and usage guidelines, it is recommended to consult the relevant government agencies or organizations responsible for managing and maintaining the National Care Homes Data in the specific country or region of interest.
Is Part Of:
Secondary Care
Coverage
Spatial:
NHS Brent CCG; NHS Central London CCG; NHS Ealing CCG; NHS Hammersmith &Fulham
CCG; NHS Harrow CCG; NHS Hillingdon CCG; NHS Hounslow CCG; NHS West London CCG
Typical Age Range:
0-150
Follow Up:
> 10 YEARS
Physical Sample Availability:
NOT AVAILABLE
Provenance
Origin
Purposes:
- ADMINISTRATIVE
- CARE
- OTHER
Sources:
OTHER
Collection Situations:
OTHER
Temporal
Accrual Periodicity:
OTHER
Time Lag:
OTHER
Accessibility
Access
Jurisdictions:
GB
Data Controller:
Joint data controller model across North West London
Data Processor:
NHS BRENT CCG
Usage
Data Use Limitations:
NO RESTRICTION
Data Use Requirements:
- COLLABORATION REQUIRED
- GEOGRAPHICAL RESTRICTIONS
- PROJECT SPECIFIC RESTRICTIONS
- USER SPECIFIC RESTRICTION
Resource Creators:
- NHS NWL ICS
- Discover-NOW
Format and Standards
Vocabulary Encoding Schemes:
OTHER
Conforms To:
OTHER
Languages:
en
Formats:
OTHER
Origin
Name:
NWL Data Catalogue