Health TAPESTRY trial results

Health TAPESTRY is a complex primary care program aimed at assisting older adults to stay healthier for longer through four parts: interprofessional health care teams, trained volunteers, technology, and community connections. Results of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) evaluating the program at six sites across Ontario found that Health TAPESTRY was successfully implemented in these diverse settings, but we did not reproduce the effects on hospitalizations and physical activity found in the initial RCT. We found beneficial effects on both primary care access as well as other key aspects of primary care (such as longitudinality and comprehensive care). Beyond this work, we also explored each of the four parts of Health TAPESTRY, as well as the health economics of the program, through evaluations and associated manuscripts. Six of these manuscripts have been published, with two further upcoming. Learn more and see links to the papers.