The BGS has published Demystifying neighbourhoods, a document outlining what neighbourhood working means in practice, how it differs from existing models, and what it could mean for older people’s care.
The Government's 10 Year Health Plan for England, published in July 2025, places strong emphasis on neighbourhood health, with the aim of bringing care closer to communities.
The plan for the neighbourhood health service is for professionals to work together in patient-centred teams, reducing unnecessary hospital admissions.
Our new document outlines what neighbourhood working means in practice, how it differs from existing models, and what it could mean for older people’s care. It also offers guidance for teams establishing or developing neighbourhood services.
There is no doubt that, if implemented well, neighbourhood health will bring benefits to older people. This publication aims to support the planning and delivery of neighbourhood health services that meet the needs of older adults.
