What is the economic evidence for the contribution of the voluntary sector in preventing use of the health and care system?: PROSPERO 2025 CRD420251016775

Llinos Spencer; Sion Tetlow; Mark Llewellyn; Carolyn Wallace

What is the economic evidence for the contribution of the voluntary sector in preventing use of the health and care system? PROSPERO 2025 CRD420251016775

Llinos Spencer^*, Sion Tetlow, Mark Llewellyn, Carolyn Wallace

^*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Working paper › Systematic Review

Abstract

Review title
What is the economic evidence for the contribution of the voluntary sector in preventing use of the health and care system?

Condition or domain being studied
Preventative intervention; Healthcare costs; Economic Problem

Preventative services in Wales focus on proactive care and support, covering areas among others:

Health Education and Promotion: Encouraging healthier lifestyles through campaigns, community programs, and accessible information.

Early Detection and Screening: Identifying health issues early through regular screenings and assessments.

Support for Independent Living: Providing aids, adaptations, and resources that allow individuals to live independently and safely.

Social and Community Support: Connecting individuals to local support networks, reducing isolation, and promoting social wellbeing.

Lifestyle Interventions: Initiatives like smoking cessation programs, diet and exercise support, and substance misuse prevention.

Rationale for the review
The rapid review has been commissioned by the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) to investigate the economic contribution of the voluntary sector towards preventing use of the health and care services in Wales. We will look at the evidence from OECD countries and provide answers for WCVA based on the evidence base.

Review objectives
What is the economic evidence for the contribution of the voluntary sector in preventing use of the health and care system?

Original language	English
Publisher	PROSPERO
Publication status	Published - 7 Apr 2025

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

Economic evaluation
Value
Voluntary sector
prevention
health
Social care
care
healthcare
social and health services

Access to Document

https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/view/CRD420251016775

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