The house call program started in 2016. So far, over 1,000 seniors were seen through the program and estimates show 350 unnecessary emergency department visits were prevented. The Seniors House Call Program is aimed at Regina residents aged 65 and older who may find it difficult to leave their homes due to issues around mobility, transportation, finances or family support. The house calls team includes nurse practitioners, paramedics and pharmacists. They can provide an in-home assessment and treatment, potentially avoiding emergency room visits. The team also monitors patients who are discharged early from hospital to prevent re-admission, often through the ER.
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