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Dementia and technology : a discussion of the practical and ethical issues surrounding the use of technology in helping people with dementia
— (with a response by Alison M Johnson, Secretary, Methodist Homes for the Aged) | | Author(s) | Mary Marshall, Alison M Johnson |
| Corporate Author | Counsel and Care; Methodist Homes for the Aged |
| Publisher | Counsel and Care, London, 1997 |
| Pages | 27 pp |
| Source | Counsel and Care, Twyman House, 16 Bonny Street, London NW1 9PG. |
| Keywords | Dementia ; Safety devices ; Emergency devices ; Technology ; Social ethics. |
| Annotation | This paper is confined to technology for people with dementia, related to aspects of daily living. Positive uses for technology, supporting independent living, and barrier free design are stressed. Alison Johnson gives a provider perspective, stating how technology should not be used, as well as how it could be used. The use of technology in a care setting must be combined with good design, sound management practices, and a well thought out underlying philosophy of care. It should enable, not disable, and enhance and not restrict the individual. Technology should release staff for more personal care of residents, and enhance their quality of life. |
| Accession Number | CPA-970812275 B |
| Classmark | EA: OT: OU: Y9: TQ |
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