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Assistive technology and telecare: forging solutions for independent living
- Authors:
- BROWNSELL Andrew, BRADLEY David
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 88p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
Assistive technology and telecare are of increasing importance in government policy on healthcare provision. This is reflected in the NHS Plan 2000, which suggested that 50% more people should be in receipt of assistive technology by 2004. This report provides a comprehensive review and analysis of current policy and practice, as well as making recommendations for the future. Based on user views and technological developments, the report: looks at the need for assistive technology and telecare; highlights background and previous trial developments, as well as the emerging policy environment; defines new generations of telecare equipment and provision; provides a detailed cost analysis which sets out the implications and costs associated with the widespread introduction of telecare;makes recommendations for future development and deployment.