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Usability of RemindMe - An Interactive Web-Based Mobile Reminder Calendar: A Professional's Perspective
V Bolic Baric1, V Tegelström1, E Ekblad2
1Department of Social and Welfare Studies, Linköping University, Norrköping, Sweden.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|August 22, 2015
Summary
Professionals found the RemindMe mobile reminder calendar useful for supporting individuals with cognitive impairments. This web-based tool aids in organizing daily activities and facilitates professional follow-up.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Rehabilitation Technology
Background:
- Individuals with cognitive impairments often require support for daily living activities.
- Effective organizational tools are crucial for managing daily tasks and enhancing independence.
- Professionals in community services need reliable digital solutions to aid their clients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the usability of RemindMe, an interactive web-based mobile reminder calendar.
- To assess the tool's utility from the perspective of community service professionals.
- To understand how RemindMe supports individuals with cognitive impairments in everyday life.
Main Methods:
- Usability evaluation by eleven community service professionals.
- Data collection through semi-structured interviews.
- Inductive qualitative analysis of interview data.
Main Results:
- Professionals perceived RemindMe as useful, easy to use, and intuitive.
- A need for web-based reminder calendars with active acknowledgement was identified.
- RemindMe's feedback system supported professionals in discussions and follow-up for individuals with cognitive impairments.
Conclusions:
- RemindMe shows potential utility for professionals supporting individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Further research is recommended to assess the user experience from the perspective of individuals with cognitive impairments.
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