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Recommendations for the development and use of technology to support people living with dementia and caregivers: A
Duygu Sezgin1, Flora-Marie Hegerath-Segler2, Hannah Christie3
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Galway, Galway City, Galway, Ireland.
Introduction:
This Delphi study, conducted by the INTERDEM Assistive Technology (AT) taskforce, explores existing and future challenges in the development, usability, cost-effectiveness, implementation, and ethics of AT for people living with dementia and caregivers. The study aims to identify key priorities and actions to address these challenges.
Methods:
A two-round modified electronic Delphi study was conducted with experts from health and social care, dementia research, technology development, people living with dementia, and caregivers.
Results:
Consensus was reached on 23 key statements highlighting the need for a user-centered approach to AT development. Priorities included integrating AT into care plans, enhancing accessibility, and ensuring collaboration between stakeholders. Ethical considerations, digital literacy, and equitable access were also emphasized.
Discussion:
Our findings refine and update previous recommendations on AT development and use. This Delphi study contributes to guiding future research, policy, and practice to ensure AT effectively supports people living with dementia and caregivers.
Highlights:
Co-designing technologies with users is crucial to ensure relevance and usability. Priorities in developing technology include improving access and affordability. Technology development should aim reducing disparities in digital access. Future research on technology should be inclusive and reflect real-life needs.
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