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ArticleJMIR formative research2024

Exploring Older Adults' Perspectives on Digital Home Care Interventions and Home Modifications: Focus Group Study.

Mohamed-Amine Choukou, Jasem Banihani, Sarah Azizkhani

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Mohamed-Amine ChoukouDepartment of Occupational Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada.ORCID 0000-0001-9477-2412
Jasem BanihaniBiomedical Engineering program, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada.ORCID 0009-0009-5580-5520
Sarah AzizkhaniBiomedical Engineering program, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada.ORCID 0009-0003-9955-6198

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundEmerging gerontechnology seeks to enable older adults (OAs) to remain independently and safely in their homes by connecting to health and social support and services. There are increasing attempts to develop gerontechnology, but successful implementations are more likely limited because of the uncertainty of developers about the needs and priorities of OAs. As the global population ages, the challenges faced by older OAs in maintaining independence and well-being within their homes have become increasingly important. With the proportion of OAs expected to triple by 2068, addressing the needs of this demographic has become a pressing social and public health priority. OAs often encounter various challenges related to physical, cognitive, and social well-being, including reduced mobility, memory impairments, and social isolation, which can compromise their ability to age in place and maintain a high quality of life.

objectiveThe goals of this qualitative research study are to (1) determine the best strategies for promoting aging well in the community with the support of gerontechnology, (2) establish the top priorities for implementing gerontechnology with OAs and their families, and (3) create a road map for the creation and application of gerontechnology for aging well in Manitoba.

methodsA total of 14 OAs participated in a qualitative research study conducted through a coconstruction workshop format, including a presentation of novel research facilities and a demonstration of research and development products. This activity was followed by an interactive discussion focused on revisiting the ongoing research and innovation programs and planning for a new research and innovation agenda. The workshop contents, notes, and recorded conversation underwent a data-driven inductive analysis.

resultsEmerging themes included home design, accessibility, and safety for OAs, particularly those with memory impairments. The participants also underlined the need for digital reminders and ambient technologies in current homes as a priority. Participants stressed the importance of including OAs in gerontechnology development programs and the need to consider dignity and independence as the guiding values for future research.

conclusionsThis study presents a tentative road map for the development of gerontechnology in Manitoba. The main principles of our road map are the inclusion of OAs as early as possible in gerontechnology development and the prioritization of independence and dignity. Applying these principles would contribute to combatting digital ageism and the marginalization of OAs in technology development because of the perceived lack of technological skills and the stereotypes associated with this presumption.

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Focus GroupsHome Care ServicesAgedAged, 80 and overDigital TechnologyFemaleHumansIndependent LivingMaleManitobaQualitative ResearchQuality of Lifeagetechagingaging-in-placeattitudeco-constructioncommunity baseddevelopmentgeriatricgerontechnologyhome basedindependentinductive analysisolder adultsopinionperceptionperspectiveresearchstrategic planningworkshop

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PMID39671577
PMCPMC11681281

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