977 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FIRST FRAILTY UNIT IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Abstract Background Implementation of the first Frailty Unit in Western Australia within tertiary Hospital—Fiona Stanley. The was based Acute Medical and included a Geriatrician, team, Multidisciplinary Allied Health (AH) Team Nursing Staff to manage 12 bed Unit. Introduction Evidence shows that prolonged hospital stay can be risk factor for acquired complications, deconditioning, loss independence early entry into residential care. This is especially evident amongst frail population. leads poor outcomes patients, high costs from complications admissions. primary goal this unit provide comprehensive Geriatric assessment multidisciplinary team at front door which will improve patient centered care allow earlier discharges with multitude issues being addressed on day 1. Method allocation staffing as documented above provided well AH input. intent redirect patients out back community utilise nursing, medical staff who further assess support their own home environment busy system. Results impact change comparing 2018 (calendar year) 2020/21 (financial has included: Readmission rates (0–7 readmission) reduced 8.5% 6% Increase 7% (182 patients) returning usual residence For those home, significant reduction length ward by 30%. Conclusion effect higher quality assessments elderly 1 been clear not only data but also experience have seen difference model.