Correctional Health Care: Addressing the Needs of Elderly, Chronically Ill, and Terminally Ill Inmates

An exploratory report regarding the management of aging and infirm inmates is presented. Six chapters follow an executive summary:

• Introduction;
• What we know about elderly, chronically ill, and terminally ill inmates;
• Effective evaluation for identifying the special needs of inmates;
• Program, housing, and treatment considerations;
• Ethical and policy considerations for the care of elderly and infirm inmates;
• And conclusion.

Appendixes include: Criminal Justice Institute Survey-Managing the Needs of Aging Inmates and Inmates With Chronic and Terminal Illnesses; site-visit reports; and site visit checklist.