It helps the ambulance service as much as it helps us on the acute side. More than 5,000 clients – the majority aged over 75 – have been set up with the telecare service since its launch in April 2016. Based on those figures, 17.25% of those over 75 are supported by telecare through the council service. David Baker, group commander of West Midlands fire service, says: “It’s a way of providing extra funding and providing the best service to people. Linda Sanders, strategic director for people at Wolverhampton council, recognises that the fire service is a trusted brand.

Source: The Guardian April 27, 2017 08:15 UTC