Early results from some of the automated pill dispenser pilot sites have shown a marked increase in efficiency and a decline in use of health and care services.
The pilot was established to gather evidence to support wider use of the device across the region, as part of JIP’s drive to encourage the use of technology in helping people regain control over their lives.
The dispenser is loaded with medication by a pharmacist and automatically reminds people to take their pills when its inbuilt alarm rings.
The first twelve people in the Dudley and Staffordshire areas have completed their six month pilot period.
Total cost of the service in the two areas was £80 for each device and £120 to dispense and load the device with tablets for the trial period, amounting to £200 per person and £2,000 in total.
During this time there were measurable decreases in GP visits, ambulance call outs, hospital stays due to medication errors, domiciliary care packages and respite care.
Total financial impact was a decrease in service costs of £39,000. This represents a return of £19.50 for each pound invested.
More results from other pilot sites will be available in November 2010.
Contact: Andy Jackson, Regional Project Manager, email: andy.jackson28@ntlworld.com
Telephone: 07815 073 611.
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