Information provided by RESPECT is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. The calculator and its results are designed to complement and support discussions about a frail older person's care needs with their healthcare providers. You should not use estimates generated by RESPECT to infer the outcome for any single individual or make decisions about your life, finances or healthcare without consulting a qualified healthcare provider. We advise you to always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or your prognosis.Never disregard professional medical advice, delay seeking medical care, or make financial decisions solely based on information that you have received from RESPECT.

Accuracy Of Risk Assessments

The predicted risk and reported survival are calibrated to the experience of frail older adults living in Ontario. The calculations may not reflect the risk for people from different populations, including those receiving care in other care settings (such as those living in nursing homes). Please see the discussion in our science section and FAQ for more information.