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SCIE research briefing 21: identification of deafblind dual sensory impairment in older people
- Author:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
- Publisher:
- Social Care Institute for Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 12p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Rising life expectancy and increasing numbers of older people in the population means a growing number of individuals are affected by dual sensory impairment. Raising general awareness of problems and potential solutions is essential to maximising individual quality of life and minimising social isolation. Dual sensory impairment in older people may be seen as ‘normal’ and not identified as problematic or as a disability. Simple interventions, such as ensuring regular sight and hearing checks or holding conversations in well-lit areas, can be very effective in improving the quality of life of people with dual sensory impairment. Families, carers and other ‘non-specialists’ can play a crucial role in early identification, hopefully leading to appropriate and timely interventions.
Digital technologies for service providers: 15 innovative practices to advance social care
- Authors:
- DORFMAN Zach, KAINZ Wilfried
- Publishers:
- EASPD, Essl Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 40
- Place of publication:
- Vienna
Brings together examples of 15 promising technological and digital innovations that are addressing the needs of people with disabilities today and helping them to lead more independent lives. The selection is the result of a two-stage process and a qualitative and quantitative evaluation based on three primary selection criteria: innovation, impact, and transferability, in addition to their relevance for service providers. The examples include: an online platform allowing qualified job seekers with disabilities to connect directly with companies that are seeking to hire; an Internet-based call feature that enables bank staff to connect to a qualified sign language interpreter; an app for the visually impaired that helps them to locate both objects and services in their immediate surroundings; an application creates augmentative dynamic and alternative communication boards for those with communication limitations, in language or read-write form; a cloud-based system that improves the customer service experience for both the customer with a disability and the customer service team; an artificial vision technology that assists people who are blind, visually impaired, or have conditions such as dyslexia, prosopagnosia, or aphasia, among others; a voice recognition software and other technologies that allow customers to have real-time conversations when, for example, they need to call a service company, book a table at their favourite restaurant, or talk to their doctor; a software system designed to translate audio and written text into sign language; an online application whereby a person with a disability can share his or her needs in various situations and transmit the information to a service provider via a QR code or a link. (Edited publisher abstract)
An adapted adult day centre for older adults with sensory impairment
- Authors:
- WITTICH Walter, MURPHY Caitlin, MULROONEY Daphne
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Visual Impairment, 32(3), 2014, pp.249-262.
- Publisher:
- Sage
The MAB-Mackay Rehabilitation Centre runs a Day Centre Programme whose objectives are to maintain or improve the seniors’ biological, psychological, and social health while delaying or avoiding institutionalisation. Activities include walking groups, language courses, and memory games, supervised by an interdisciplinary team. Services include rehabilitation follow-up and referrals to community resources. The present study reports on the impact of the Day Centre on the holistic health of older adults with visual impairment. Between September 2011 and October 2012, 30 newly referred clients (age = 71–98 years, M = 85, visual acuity [VA] 20/50 to no-light-perception [NLP], M = 20/126) were evaluated at intake, and after 6 and 12 months, including the Visual Function Questionnaire-14, Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly, Geriatric Depression Scale, Friendship Scale, Timed Up and Go Test, and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA). In all, 19 participants completed the 1-year follow-up and continued to live independently in the community 12 months after entering the Day Centre. Only one person was transferred into long-term care. Comorbid conditions included high blood pressure, asthma, cardiac problems, diabetes, stroke, arthritis, and osteoporosis. Participants reported statistically unchanged scores on all the measures, except for improved MoCA scores, p < .05. Considering the vulnerability of this population, the data indicate that the Day Centre contributes to prevent decline in its clients’ general well-being. The increase in cognitive scores is possibly linked to practice effects and reduced test anxiety. Participation in adapted Day Centre activities, as an integrated part of rehabilitation services, may support independent living in older adults with vision loss. (Edited publisher abstract)
"Wheelchair access? That's a lifestyle choice!": lessons from a pilot advocacy service in south west England
- Author:
- BRIGHT Les
- Publisher:
- Older Peoples Advocacy Alliance
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 32p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Stoke-on-Trent
The title of this report is based on a direct quote from an exchange between an advocate and a member of staff of a housing association when discussing the situation facing a disabled tenant, and the difficulties the tenant was experiencing with wheelchair access to their home. The exchange took place during the evaluation on which this report is based. It highlights the prejudice and misunderstanding experienced by some advocacy service users, and indicates the valuable role that independent advocates can play in helping people to get their voices heard and action taken. This report highlights lessons arising from the evaluation of a pilot advocacy service for people with physical and sensory disabilities, and older people experiencing general frailty, in South West England during 2008. Combining findings from the project evaluation with reflections from the advocacy scheme’s staff and case examples, the report provides an in-depth insight into the emergence of an innovative independent advocacy scheme and the issues and factors which influenced its success.
Care and support in Wales: national population assessment report
- Author:
- SOCIAL CARE WALES
- Publisher:
- Social Care Wales
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 72
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
This interactive report provides a summary of the seven regional population assessment reports to identify the care and support needs of people, their families and carers, outline what is available to meet people’s needs and what else needs to be done. The report looks at the care and support needs of the following groups: carers who need support; children and young people; health and physical disability; learning disability and autism; mental health; older people; sensory impairment; domestic abuse and sexual violence. It also outlines how the assessments link to the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and draws together the common issues and pressures identified by the assessments. These include addressing loneliness and isolation, supporting independence, and building resilience in individuals and communities. The final section provides a summary of cross cutting themes that can result in people needing care and support. (Edited publisher abstract)
Statistics on community care for adults in Northern Ireland 2012-2013
- Author:
- NORTHERN IRELAND. Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
- Publisher:
- Northern Ireland. Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 141
- Place of publication:
- Belfast
An annual statistical report presenting information on a range of community activity gathered from HSC Trusts. It also includes comparisons over the past five years for the main activities. Activities covered include: contacts with HSC Trusts; residential and nursing home care packages; meals on wheels services; residential and nursing home care accommodation; and day care facilities. Services provided include those for older people, people with mental health problems, people with learning disabilities and people with physical and sensory disability. (Original abstract)
Statistics on community care for adults in Northern Ireland 2011-2012
- Author:
- NORTHERN IRELAND. Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
- Publisher:
- Northern Ireland. Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 142
- Place of publication:
- Belfast
An annual statistical report presenting information on a range of community activity gathered from HSC Trusts. It also includes comparisons over the past five years for the main activities. Activities covered include: contacts with HSC Trusts; residential and nursing home care packages; meals on wheels services; residential and nursing home care accommodation; and day care facilities. Services provided include those for older people, people with mental health problems, people with learning disabilities and people with physical and sensory disability. (Original abstract)