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Research and development work relating to assistive technology 2015-16
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 37
- Place of publication:
- London
Highlights progress made in Government-funded research relating to equipment that might increase the range of activities and independence or well-being of disabled people, known as assistive technology. The report aims to reflect research relating to a wide range of impairments and conditions, and to cover research on service provision and patterns of use as well as development and evaluation of technologies. It outlines developments in priority setting and funding for assistive technology research and innovation, some particular areas of research activity, and the role of Academic Health Science Networks in supporting uptake and spread of assistive technology. The Annex provides a listing of Government-funded assistive technology research and development projects current in 2015/16. (Edited publisher abstract)
You can make a difference: improving hospital services for disabled people
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 12p.
- Place of publication:
- London
From December 2006, the Disability Discrimination Act 2005 (DDA) introduces a duty for public bodies to positively promote disability equality. This guide aims to assist front line hospital staff to improve the overall experience of disabled patients, their families and visitors and to make sure they play an active role in complying with the DDA. Areas highlighted include: improving the overall experience of patients; initial assessment or treatment areas; referral on to wards and other treatment areas; and discharge.
Research and development work relating to assistive technology 2011-12: presented to Parliament pursuant to section 22 of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 138p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Section 22 of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970 requires a report to be laid before Parliament each year describing the research activity the government has funded to improve equipment for disabled and older people. This annual report describes the wide range of government funded projects supporting the development, introduction and evaluation of assistive technology that might increase the range of activities and independence or well-being of disabled and older people. The report aims to reflect research and development activity in relation to a wide range of impairments and health conditions and also to reflect the range of government funding programmes across health, social care, education, housing and employment. All the research into assistive technology included in the report is being funded by the UK government or by the European Union with participation from a UK organisation. During the period April 2011-March 2012, the Foundation for Assistive Technology (FAST) recorded 228 projects carrying out research and development activity in assistive technology, of which 82 concluded during the year. A complete listing of assistive technology research and development activity is included as an annex.
Health and care services for disabled people: how are we doing?: easy read
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 37p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This document is for those who own or attend primary care health services such as GP or dentistry surgeries, community clinics, walk-in centres, out-of-hours services, pharmacies or specialists such as podiatrists. It can help you to understand the duties under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) and what action you can take to meet the needs of your disabled service users.
Research and development work relating to assistive technology 2006-07: presented pursuant to section 22 of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 56p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Recent technological advances mean that, as well as research into the benefits of specific products, the systems, combinations of technologies and the way assistive technology interfacts with new mainstream technology are also researched. The Department of Health (DH) produces an annual report on this work: Research and development work relating to assistive technology. It covers the research and development work carried out by or on behalf of any Government department in relation to equipment that might increase the mobility, activities and independence or well being of disabled people and those suffering from long-term conditions. The annual reports are produced for DH by the Foundation for Assistive Technology (FAST). FAST is a charity funded by DH that works with the assistive technology community to promote useful research and development for disabled and older people.
Research and development work relating to assistive technology: 2014-15
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 25
- Place of publication:
- London
A report on progress made in Government-funded research relating to equipment that might increase the range of activities and independence or well-being of disabled people, known as assistive technology. The report highlights developments in funding for assistive technology research and innovation, some particular areas of research activity, and the role of Academic Health Science Networks in supporting uptake and spread of assistive technology. The Annex provides a listing of Government-funded assistive technology research and development projects current in 2014/15. (Edited publisher abstract)
Research and development work relating to assistive technology 2012-13: presented to Parliament pursuant to Section 22 of the Chronically Sick and Disbled Persons Act 1970
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 136
- Place of publication:
- London
The report describes the wide range of government funded projects supporting the development, introduction and evaluation of assistive technology that might increase the range of activities and independence or wellbeing of disabled and older people. The report covers any aspect of research and development work in assistive technology, including service provision, research on motivation, cost or patterns of use, as well as technological development. Annex A provides a full listing of government and EU funded research into assistive technology in the UK that has started, finished, or carried out during the year. The report will be of interest to those who want to understand how advances in technology can directly benefit disabled and older people living in the community. (Edited publisher abstract)
Sharing the learning: user-led organisations action and learning sites 2008-2010: easy read version
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 34p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Government policy encourages local authorities to involve local people in the development and delivery of policies and services. Promoting independent living and the active participation of disabled people in the design, delivery and monitoring of resources and services are recognised as being fundamental to the process of improving their life chances. This is in alignment with wider public policy commitments advocating greater levels of inclusion, equality, engagement and participation at both local and national levels. User-led organisations can play a key role in this, helping local authorities to deliver greater personalisation and improving engagement with hard-to-reach population groups. This easy-to-read guide describes the background to establishing the user-led organisations action and learning sites, and provides a snapshot of the good practice resources resulting from this project.
Sharing the learning: user-led organisations action and learning sites 2008-2010
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 26p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Government policy encourages local authorities to involve local people in the development and delivery of policies and services. Promoting independent living and the active participation of disabled people in the design, delivery and monitoring of resources and services are recognised as being fundamental to the process of improving their life chances. This is in alignment with wider public policy commitments advocating greater levels of inclusion, equality, engagement and participation at both local and national levels. User-led organisations can play a key role in this, helping local authorities to deliver greater personalisation and improving engagement with hard-to-reach population groups. This guide describes the background to establishing the user-led organisations action and learning sites, and provides a snapshot of the good practice resources resulting from this project.
Research and development work relating to assistive technology 2009-10: presented to Parliament pursuant to section 22 of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 112p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Assistive technology is any product or service designed to enable independence for disabled and older people. This document is an annual report made to Parliament describing the research activity the government has funded to improve assistive technology for disabled people, as required under section 22 of the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970. The report features projects that indicate the effectiveness of assistive technology in meeting the needs of disabled and older people. It aims to reflect both research and development activity relating to a wide range of impairments and health conditions and the range of government funding programmes across health, social care, education, housing and employment. Each of the 174 research projects covered in the report was started, finished, or is being carried out in the UK during the period April 2009 to March 2010, and funded by the UK government or the European Union. A complete listing of assistive technology research and development activity is included as an annex.