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    • Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine
    • Health Informatics
    • Behavioral and Social Sciences

    Background:

    • Dementia presents significant management challenges, impacting daily living and causing neuropsychological symptoms.
    • Existing technology innovations for dementia primarily address safety and social connection, not symptom management.
    • Caregivers and patients require better support for daily activities and symptom relief.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To test the feasibility of a care technology designed for managing dementia symptoms and daily routines.
    • To evaluate the use of common, nonpharmacological interventions delivered via technology.
    • To assess the technology's impact on resident symptoms and progress toward wellness goals.

    Main Methods:

    • A feasibility study implemented a novel care technology in memory care and assisted living settings.
    • Sample 1: Independent observers assessed resident symptoms pre-intervention and at 1 and 2 months.
    • Sample 2: Observers defined resident goals and evaluated status at 1 and 2 months post-intervention.

    Main Results:

    • The intervention demonstrated an associated reduction in dementia-related symptoms.
    • Residents showed progression toward established wellness goals during the intervention period.
    • The technology facilitated the delivery of nonpharmacological interventions effectively.

    Conclusions:

    • Advanced technology can effectively deliver non-drug interventions for dementia symptom management.
    • The tested care technology shows promise for improving daily routines and wellness in dementia care.
    • Technology-supported nonpharmacological approaches offer a viable alternative for dementia care.