Twenty scientists say the programme would bring together a package of measures to support older people through the lockdown and beyond.
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The analysis highlights inequalities between disabled and non-disabled people when it comes to accessing care during the pandemic.
The report found that almost 80% of EU social care workers would have been unable to migrate under the new immigration rules.
Researchers will combine health data and interviews with domiciliary care staff to build a picture of how these workers have fared during the pandemic.
Healthwatch England has called for priority testing for patients returning home from hospital, and for results to be shared with them and their carers.
A survey found that 82% of respondents did not receive a follow-up visit and assessment from a health and care professional after discharge.
Research by Engage Britain found that 60% haven’t thought about how they would pay for their care, including 47% of those aged 55 and over.
Hourly pay rates for social care workers has fallen behind that of retail assistants and cleaners over the last eight years, while staff turnover has increased.
The CQC said the focus must now be on delivering a health and care system that works for everyone and that no one is left behind.
The report said the long-standing need for reform, investment and workforce planning in social care has been thrown into “stark relief” by the pandemic.