As you age, maintaining your health becomes increasingly important. Our annual health assessment for individuals aged 75 and older is designed to help you enhance your wellbeing, maintain your independence at home, and engage fully in your community.
The primary goal of this health assessment is to identify any risk factors that may need further management. In addition to evaluating your health status, we look at a wide range of factors affecting your physical, mental, and social function.
Our compassionate and professional nursing team will conduct a thorough and confidential health check tailored to your needs.
What Does the Annual Health Assessment Involve?
During your annual health assessment, we focus on:
- Information Gathering: Collecting your medical history and conducting necessary examinations or tests.
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Assessing your overall health status.
- Recommendations for Care: Providing tailored interventions to improve your health.
- Patient Guidance: Offering advice and resources to assist you in managing your wellbeing.
- Documentation: Keeping a detailed record of your health assessment and giving you a written report with personalized recommendations.
- Involving Caregivers: If you consent, we can provide a copy or relevant extracts of your assessment report to your caregiver.
Key Components of the Assessment
The assessment will cover essential areas, including:
- Medication Review: Evaluating your current medications and their effectiveness.
- Continence Assessment: Discussing any concerns related to continence.
- Immunization Status: Checking your vaccinations for influenza, tetanus, and pneumococcus.
- Physical Function Assessment: Evaluating your daily living activities, including any falls in the last three months.
- Psychological Function: Assessing cognitive abilities and mood.
- Social Function: Understanding the availability of support from paid or unpaid caregivers, and whether you are responsible for caring for someone else.
Additionally, our assessment may include:
- Vital Signs Measurement: Checking your blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Considerations for Community Services: Identifying any need for additional services.
- Addressing Social Isolation: Exploring your social engagement and support systems.
- Oral Health Evaluation: Reviewing your dental health.
- Nutritional Assessment: Evaluating your dietary status.
Collaboration with Your General Practitioner
Our nurse will work closely with you and your General Practitioner to ensure holistic care. We will coordinate any follow-up consultations or support services you may need to effectively manage your health. Best of all, this health assessment is provided at no cost to you.