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Assistive Technology for the Elderly

Author : Nagender Kumar Suryadevara

Publisher : Academic Press

Page : 372 pages

File Size : 34,72 MB

Release : 2020-03-11

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 0128185473

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Assistive Technology for the Elderly addresses the intricacies involved in the design and development of assisted technologies for the elderly, covering smart systems such as magnifying book contents, speaking electronic devices, alarms for doors and windows, smart alert bands, panic buttons, medication dispensers and reminders, Wander Gard, physiological parameters monitoring systems and smart home monitoring systems. This book is aimed at those who are responsible for designing assistive technology intended to be used by the elderly. It lays out the technology that is already available and covers user needs and state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies. Focuses on practical devices and technology for engineers Offers deep coverage of sensor based assistive technologies that are elderly for people with dementia, physical disabilities and people living alone Covers assistive technology ecosystems and offers case studies for practical application



Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence

Author : William C. Mann

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 395 pages

File Size : 36,25 MB

Release : 2005-07-22

Category : Computers

ISBN : 0471743968

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Independent living with smart technologies Smart Technology for Aging, Disability, and Independence: The State of the Science brings together current research and technological developments from engineering, computer science, and the rehabilitation sciences, detailing how its applications can promote continuing independence for older persons and those with disabilities. Leading experts from multiple disciplines worldwide have contributed to this volume, making it the definitive resource. The text begins with a thorough introduction that presents important concepts, defines key terms, and identifies demographic trends at work. Using detailed product descriptions, photographs and illustrations, and case studies, subsequent chapters discuss cutting-edge technologies, including: * Wearable systems * Human-computer interactions * Assisted vision and hearing * Smart wheelchairs * Handheld devices and smart phones * Visual sensors * Home automation * Assistive robotics * In-room monitoring systems * Telehealth After considering specific high-technology solutions, the text examines recent trends in other critical areas, such as basic assistive technologies, driving, transportation and community mobility, home modifications and design, and changing standards of elder care. Students and professionals in the rehabilitation sciences, health care providers, researchers in computer science and engineering, and non-expert readers will all appreciate this text's thorough coverage and clear presentation of the state of the science.



Policy and Research Needs to Maximize Independence and Support Community Living

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 117 pages

File Size : 16,2 MB

Release : 2016-07-10

Category : Medical

ISBN : 0309391067

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Living independently and participating in one's community are priorities for many people. In many regions across the United States, there are programs that support and enable people with disabilities and older adults to live where they choose and with whom they choose and to participate fully in their communities. Tremendous progress has been made. However, in many cases, the programs themselves â€" and access to them â€" vary not only between states but also within states. Many programs are small, and even when they prove to be successful they are still not scaled up to meet the needs of the many people who would benefit from them. The challenges can include insufficient workforce, insufficient funding, and lack of evidence demonstrating effectiveness or value. To get a better understanding of the policies needed to maximize independence and support community living and of the research needed to support implementation of those policies, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine convened a public workshop in October 2015. Participants explored policies in place that promote independence and community living for older adults and people with physical disabilities, and identified policies and gaps in policies that can be barriers to independence and the research needed to support changing those policies. This report summarizes the presentations and discussions from the workshop.



The Senior Sleuth's Guide to Technology for Seniors

Author : David Peterka

Publisher : Conifer Books

Page : 278 pages

File Size : 47,63 MB

Release : 2009-12

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 0982565208

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The Senior Sleuth's Guide to Technology for Seniors provides an overview of products that help make senior citizens' lives more graceful, independent, invigorating and fun. In this book, the Senior Sleuth will investigate computers, the Internet, and modern technologies related to health and medication management, independent living, communication, travel and transportation, and home entertainment. This lighthearted reference book provides both seniors and their caregivers with a comprehensive look at the types of technologies being produced for their specific needs.



Technology for Independent Living

Author : Alexandra Enders

Publisher : Washington, D.C. : Association for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology

Page : 265 pages

File Size : 18,2 MB

Release : 1984

Category : Self-help devices for people with disabilities

ISBN : 9780932101082

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This sourcebook provides information for the practical implementation of independent living technology in the everyday rehabilitation process. "Information Services and Resources" lists databases, clearinghouses, networks, research and development programs, toll-free telephone numbers, consumer protection caveats, selected publications, and technology resources related to specific disabilities or age groups. "The Equipment Selection Process" addresses the importance of systematic selection procedures and provides guidelines for the initial client interview and an independent living skills checklist. "Technology at Home" offers advice on use of hospital beds at home, home management, personal care, clothing and shoes, architectural adaptations, and environmental control devices."Educational and Vocational Technology" describes technical aids which may benefit disabled employees and students at all levels of education. "Recreational and Leisure Technology" focuses on wheelchair sports, water sports, winter sports, leisure activities such as gardening and fitness, and toys and games. "Technology for Personal Mobility" deals with seated wheeled systems, other types of mobility equipment such as walking aids and lifts, seating and positioning technology, and personal vehicles. Other sections include "Control, Communication and Sensory Aids,""Microcomputer Applications," and "Funding, Models, Policy, Statistics." (JDD)



Active and Assisted Living

Author : Francisco Florez-Revuelta

Publisher : IET

Page : 496 pages

File Size : 36,90 MB

Release : 2016-08-10

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 1849199876

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This is a broad introductory handbook, for academic and industry researchers, covering the major technologies and applications in Ambient Assisted Living (AAL). Set out in three main sections: Part 1 focuses on current state-of-the-art technology and critical analysis: Part 2 covers the applications of these technologies; and Part 3 includes general issues such as usability, accessibility, privacy and ethics. With contributions from around the world, topics covered include: smart homes, environmental sensors and data fusion, wearable sensors, devices and smart clothes, standards and interoperability, computer vision for AAL, reasoning systems, person-environment interaction, networks and integration platforms, assistive and service robotics, tele-care and telehealth, gait analysis, fall prevention, detection and intervention, prevention and management of chronic conditions, support to activities of daily living, mental health and cognitive stimulation, indoor and outdoor mobility, well being, social interaction and isolation, usability, accessibility, privacy and ethical issues. Active and Assisted Living is an essential resource for researchers in academia and industry developing AAL technologies. Students, healthcare practitioners and engineers, in this cross-disciplinary field, which includes robotics and automation, telecommunications, computing and healthcare, will find this handbook of use.



Technology for Adaptive Aging

Author : National Research Council

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 321 pages

File Size : 43,95 MB

Release : 2004-04-25

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0309091160

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Emerging and currently available technologies offer great promise for helping older adults, even those without serious disabilities, to live healthy, comfortable, and productive lives. What technologies offer the most potential benefit? What challenges must be overcome, what problems must be solved, for this promise to be fulfilled? How can federal agencies like the National Institute on Aging best use their resources to support the translation from laboratory findings to useful, marketable products and services? Technology for Adaptive Aging is the product of a workshop that brought together distinguished experts in aging research and in technology to discuss applications of technology to communication, education and learning, employment, health, living environments, and transportation for older adults. It includes all of the workshop papers and the report of the committee that organized the workshop. The committee report synthesizes and evaluates the points made in the workshop papers and recommends priorities for federal support of translational research in technology for older adults.



Living in the State of Stuck

Author : Marcia Joslyn Scherer

Publisher :

Page : 212 pages

File Size : 17,39 MB

Release : 1996

Category : Medical

ISBN :

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Assistive technology is radically changing the lives of people with disabilities. Here, Dr. Scherer sets the background for this radical transformation and discusses the implications of assistive technology for the lives of those born disabled, or who become disabled later in life. In the author's words, "this book shows, how, paradoxically, the more technology became available and the more free from limitations individuals became, the more stuck they seemed." A severe disability no longer need prevent a person from attaining the same educational, personal, and career goals as other adults. Scherer details assistive devices that enhance the quality of their lives, mobility, speech, and ability to work. But while these devices may enhance independence, Scherer explains how friends and relatives can better understand the personal issues and needs that arise from living with a disability and 'needing' these devices. This is a unique, well-researched account that will help anyone - disabled or not - deal with the physical and emotional aspects of adjusting to a life with assistive technology.



Home Technology to Support Independent Living

Author : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Publisher : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Page : 82 pages

File Size : 12,39 MB

Release : 1996

Category : Barrier-free design

ISBN : 9780660166193

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Technologies for Active Aging

Author : Andrew Sixsmith

Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media

Page : 232 pages

File Size : 20,80 MB

Release : 2013-05-16

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 1441983481

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The challenge of population aging requires innovative approaches to meet the needs of increasing numbers of older people. Emerging information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as pervasive computing and ambient assistive technology, have considerable potential for enhancing the quality of life of many older people by providing additional safety and security while also supporting mobility, independent living, and social participation. The proposed book will be a landmark publication in the area of technology and aging that will serve as a statement of the current state-of-the-art and as a pointer to directions for future research and emerging technologies, products, and services.