Teams looking after mental health of older people 'staffed at only a fraction of the required level'

Teams looking after mental health of older people 'staffed at only a fraction of the required level'

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Of five staffing categories disclosed covering more than 780,000 people aged 65 and above, just 377 of 627 whole-time equivalent roles are currently filled, a minimum shortfall of 250 — or just under 40%