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Assistive Technology (AT) the need and the
potential
Ed Mylles October 2016
Alf Morris MPLord Morris of Manchester
Chronically Sick & Disabled Persons Act (1970)
First ever Minister for Disabled People
Rehabilitation International
DLF’s ambition
We believe that people of all ages, who face difficulty in daily living should be able to live full, independent lives, shaped by their own choices.
We provide expert advice and impartial information that makes a practical difference to daily life.
Over two million people access our products and services. Goal of five million by 2017.
What is Assistive Technology?Any product or service designed to enable independence for disabled and older people.
Communication – big button PCs, eye-gaze and head tracker technology Dressing - sock aid; elastic or coiled shoelaces Toileting – wash and dry loos Medication reminder – automatic pill dispensing at pre-set times Telecare – safety, security, sensors
Social context
Emergent crisis pending in social care - chronically underfunded
An ageing population ‘Ticking-time bombs’ of diabetes, dementia,
obesity… Demand for support is rising - welfare reforms leave
fewer people eligible for help.
AT – Design for life
DLF Online Services
DLF Online Services
DLF Online Services
DLF Online Services
DLF – enabling choice and control
Assistive technology changes lives DLF’s information and advice is transformational Assistive technology cannot replace human interaction or
intervention but it can give individual’s dignity and enable a better life at home
Not about older and disabled people – it’s just about ‘us’