An East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust scheme for the elderly in Hertfordshire and West Essex has reduced hospital admissions by 75% in two years. The Hertfordshire Admission Avoidance Response Car (HAARC) is run by specialist and advanced paramedics and treats care home residents. The scheme has been championed by Avril Meares, a finalist for the Excellence in Patient Care Award at this year’s Stars of EEAST awards. HAARC runs from 6.30am to 11pm, seven days a week across 142 residential and nursing care homes. The team provides advice and support, as well as treating falls, head inju…
