Exploring the meaning of a new assistive technology device for older individuals

Gramstad, Astrid; Storli, Sissel Lisa; Hamran, Torunn

doi:10.3109/17483107.2014.921249

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“…AT was also identified as improving safety, confidence and reducing fatigue and pain, which then increased motivation to become more active. The results of this study echo findings of other qualitative inquiries that have highlighted the personal outcomes valued by AT users [10,14,31].…”

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confidence: 82%

“…Secondly, health complications and life stresses also prolonged the acquisition process and changed priorities. The changing needs of AT users have previously been noted to affect the AT process [30,31]. Variability in health and function can result in complexities for systems that have rigid definitions of disability, eligibility criteria, processes and funding guidelines.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Capturing the True Value of Assistive Technologies to Consumers in Routine Outcome Measurement

Jonge

Stevens²

2016

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(1) Background: Recent reforms in Australia, providing people with disability and older people with choice and control over allocated funding, have altered consumer expectations and transformed the landscape of assistive technology (AT) service provision. The purpose of this study is to report on the routine AT outcomes of people who accessed an AT consultation service and examine how well these capture the impact of AT on their lives; (2) Methods: This study, which uses mixed methods for concurrent triangulation of the data, reports on the outcomes for 127 people who acquired a range of assistive technology in 2015 and examines the adequacy of an existing service outcome framework in capturing the true value of these technologies to AT users. Outcome data was routinely collected by a community service 2-4 months following an AT consultation. A telephone or face-to-face interview gathered demographic information as well as AT outcomes, using two standardized tools, the Individualized Prioritised Problem Assessment (IPPA) and the EATS 6D. Qualitative comments relating to the impact of the AT on the person's life were also documented; (3) Results: The acquired AT generally met or exceeded expectations of the person using the AT and the attending health professional. Overall, people experienced decreased difficulty and increased feelings of autonomy, with most of the reported improvements identified in mobility and usual activities; (4) Conclusion: Routine outcome data provide some evidence of the value of AT in addressing concerns as identified by clients. Qualitative data, which captured the impact of AT on people's lives, suggest that the empowering and transformative aspects of AT are not currently being captured by existing measures.

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confidence: 82%

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Capturing the True Value of Assistive Technologies to Consumers in Routine Outcome Measurement

Jonge

Stevens²

2016

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“…In the past decade, assistive technology has been expected to support older adults at home, facilitate their independent living and safety, and contribute to their ageing in place (Gramstad et al, 2014;Thordardottir et al, 2019). However, older adults tend to adopt new technology slowly, which risks exacerbating the potentially serious social problem known as the digital divide (van Dijk, 2006).…”

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A critical occupational perspective on user engagement of older adults in an assisted living facility in technology research over three years

Holthe

Halvorsrud

Lund

2020

Journal of Occupational Science

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Digital assistive technology has potential for supporting older adults who depend upon community healthcare services. To boost the efficiency of those services, technological devices are often installed for care recipients as part of governed practice. However, the varying adoption of technology risks widening the digital divide. In response, the Assisted Living project engaged older adults in co-creating knowledge about users' needs, to guide the development of technological solutions designed to support everyday living. This study sought to investigate how eight older adults in an assisted living facility in Norway, aged 81-92 years, evaluated user inclusion in a 3-year technology-oriented research project. Individual interviews, dialogue cafés, interventions with environmental sensors, and a final focus group discussion constituted sites for co-creation of knowledge. Participants' answers to standardised questionnaires and statements during dialogue café meetings were collated into tables and the focus group discussion was thematically analyzed, with three themes identified: motivation for project engagement, experiencing and understanding participation in the project, and mixed feelings towards environmental sensors at home. The project revealed that older adults with impairments could nevertheless meaningfully contribute opinions about their needs. Applying a critical occupational perspective raised awareness regarding sociocultural assumptions about older adults in assisted living as frail and unable to participate, which may reinforce ageist and ableist stereotypes, as well as promote occupational injustice.

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“…Maintaining and increasing functional mobility can be enhanced through the use of assistive technology (AT) like walking frames and sticks, wheelchairs, stair chairs and mobility scooters. AT has been shown to positively support the changing needs of older people as their mobility declines, assisting continued domestic independence and social involvement .…”

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Understanding the assistive technology needs of people over 55: The future of mobility aids

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Objective To understand mobility issues not adequately serviced by assistive technology (AT). Methods A two‐stage mixed‐methods research project that forms the basis of future AT design and manufacture. Stage 1: a focus group comprising 46 participants (people aged 55 years or older with mobility issue/s) and their support networks. Stage 2: a sample of 413 people over 55 completed a purpose‐designed survey informed by stage 1, regarding mobility issues and perceived desirability of suggested AT mobility aids. Results Two core themes emerged: (a) functionality issues relating to existing AT designs and (b) identified mobility issues encountered during activities of daily living that could potentially be resolved by developing new AT. Importance was placed on certain features of AT mobility aids with cost, transportability and aesthetics being primary issues. Conclusion Consulting end‐users and their networks ensures valuable insight into how future AT can better address and target mobility needs.

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Exploring the meaning of a new assistive technology device for older individuals

Cited by 18 publications

References 26 publications

Capturing the True Value of Assistive Technologies to Consumers in Routine Outcome Measurement

Capturing the True Value of Assistive Technologies to Consumers in Routine Outcome Measurement

A critical occupational perspective on user engagement of older adults in an assisted living facility in technology research over three years

Understanding the assistive technology needs of people over 55: The future of mobility aids

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