Welcome
This website brings together information about assistive technology that has the potential to support the independence and leisure opportunities of people with dementia.
We hope this site will inform both professionals and the wider public about the kinds of devices that are available and will point people in the right direction for further information and advice.
We have a searchable database of products and advice on how to obtain assistive technologies and telecare. Please share with us your experiences of using technologies by reviewing products or commenting on our discussion board.
Photos kindly provided by Anchor Homes.
Principles
We would like to stress the following when considering the use of any assistive technology device:
- it should be used to enable and support people with dementia to live more independently
- it should be considered following a person centred, holistic assessment of the needs and wishes of the individual concerned
- it should be considered alongside ethical issues such as informed consent and the principles of doing one's best for the person, avoiding harm and respecting rights and preferences
- it should be considered alongside the use of other services, not as a replacement for human contact and care
- it may not be the answer for everyone.
