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. 2012 Jul 1;2(1):1–8. doi: 10.5681/hpp.2012.001

Table 3. Ways that assistive technology can support older people (Source: Audit Commission, 2004, p.5).

User Characteristics Possible Provision
People supplied with equipment to support earlier discharge from hospital, people with chronic conditions Blood pressure monitor, fall detector panic pendant, environmental control systems, equipment for daily living and virtual consultations
Patients with muscular sclerosis Wheelchair with integrated electronic technology,
People receiving palliative care at home environmental control systems
People undergoing needs assessment, perhaps following a change in personal circumstance Simple equipment to support activities of daily living, environmental control systems
People who require some basic assurances and support in order to lead an independent lifestyle in their own homes Panic pendant, fall detector, video doorbell, and medicine dispenser
People with dementia requiring support to lead an independent life Reminder unit and general long- term monitoring
Older people living at home requiring reassurance Panic pendant, chair occupancy monitor, room occupancy monitor, security system, event analysis system, and fall detector