Our Ageing Well Clinic provides comprehensive, person-centred support for older adults who want to maintain their health, independence and quality of life.

We take a proactive approach to identifying health concerns early, reducing the risk of avoidable deterioration and helping patients and their families feel confident about the future.

Appointments are face-to-face, with home visits and virtual consultations available where clinically appropriate.

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Who is the service for?

The clinic is suitable for older adults aged 65+ who may be experiencing:

  • Changes in memory, mobility, energy or independence
  • Falls or concerns about balance and mobility
  • Increasing frailty or functional decline
  • Multiple health conditions or complex medication needs
  • Changes in mood, cognition or continence
  • Concerns about nutrition, hydration or sleep
  • A need for reassurance, prevention and future planning

It is also ideal for families who want expert advice, clarity and a coordinated plan of care for an older loved one.

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

Our 90 minute Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) takes a holistic look at the factors that can affect health and independence as we age.

The assessment may include:

  • Medical and long-term condition review
  • Medication and polypharmacy review
  • Mobility, strength, balance and functional assessment
  • Falls and frailty assessment
  • Cognitive and mood screening
  • Nutrition and hydration review
  • Sleep and continence assessment
  • Bone health
  • Skin and wound assessment where appropriate
  • Social circumstances and support
  • Lifestyle and wellbeing
  • Personal goals, priorities and future planning

Where appropriate, we can make recommendations for further investigations, treatment, onward referral and medication optimisation.

Your personalised ageing well plan

Following your assessment, you will receive a written personalised plan within 72 hours.

This will provide:

  • A clear summary of the assessment and identified needs
  • Medication and health recommendations
  • Lifestyle, nutrition and wellbeing advice
  • Falls prevention strategies
  • Cognitive and mood support
  • Recommended next steps and safety-netting
  • Signposting or referrals to appropriate services
  • Advance care planning where appropriate and desired

With your consent, relevant information can also be shared with your GP or other healthcare professionals involved in your care.