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Niloofar Heidarinejad1,2, Rebecca J Seymour1, Mieke Ewens3
1St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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As Canada's population ages, Long-Term Care (LTC) homes face increasing pressure to deliver effective care amid staffing shortages and growing resident complexity. Technology-based recreational interventions may be promising tools to support resident well-being. We evaluated the implementation of The Happiness Programme, a light-projection-based recreational technology, using a "fail-fast" method. Training was provided and the program was integrated into routine care for 6 months. Data were collected through surveys, along with usage of metrics and tracking of resident engagement. Surveys showed that the technology was easy to use and especially useful for residents with limited mobility or lower cognitive function. Technical issues impeded consistent use. Our findings suggest that while The Happiness Programme offers value for specific subgroups of residents, its broader impact is contingent on strong infrastructure, staff capacity, and ongoing support. This study emphasizes the overall value in "failing fast" when evaluating innovations in a long-term care setting.
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