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Assistive devices for the elderly

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  • 1Department of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC 20002, USA.

Journal of the American Academy of Audiology
|June 1, 1996
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Assistive technologies can significantly improve communication for elderly individuals with hearing impairments. This review covers listening, visual, and alerting systems to support independent living and group settings.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Audiology
  • Rehabilitation Engineering

Background:

  • Hearing impairment is a prevalent condition among the elderly population.
  • This demographic often faces challenges in communication, impacting independence and quality of life.
  • Assistive technology offers potential solutions to mitigate these communication barriers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review assistive technologies for elderly individuals with hearing impairments.
  • To explore solutions for both independent and group living environments.
  • To discuss considerations for selecting appropriate listening systems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of assistive technologies.
  • Categorization of technologies by function (listening, visual, alerting).

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  • Discussion of selection criteria for personal and large area systems.

    • Main Results:

    • Various listening systems (personal, large area amplification) are available for communication, telephone, and television.
    • Visual systems and alerting systems can address specific communication needs.
    • Key issues in selecting listening systems are identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Assistive technology plays a crucial role in enhancing communication for elderly hearing-impaired individuals.
    • A range of technologies exists to support diverse living situations.
    • Informed selection of assistive listening systems is vital for effective implementation.