Assistive Technologies and the Carers of People with Dementia
Bhattacharyya, Sarmishtha Benbow, Susan M.
Bhattacharyya, Sarmishtha
Benbow, Susan M.
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Assistive technologies have a role in supporting both formal and informal carers of people with dementia, and in maintaining the independence, and quality of life of both people with dementia and their carers. The authors report a narrative review of the use of technological interventions to empower the carers of people with dementia, and relate this to a model of ageing well. They argue that this highlights the importance of empowering and connecting with carers in order to increase their participation and connection in the care of their relative/client; and conclude that both empowerment and connection contribute to maintaining autonomy and well-being of both carers and people with dementia. Technological interventions should not be used as alternatives to connection. The emphasis in practice should be on empowering and connecting with both carers and people with dementia.
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International Journal of Reliable and Quality E-Healthcare, volume 5, issue 1, page 45-59
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