A report from Professor Ian Philp, National Director for Older People at the Department of Health, published in April 2006. The report measures the progress made in attaining the goals outlined in the NSF, and future ambitions regards topics such as dignity in old age and care in particular areas such as stroke rehabilitation, falls and mental health.
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