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Conference International Conference on Aging, Disability and Independence (3rd : 2006 : St. Petersburg, Fla.)

Title Promoting Independence for Older Persons with Disabilities : Selected Papers from the 2006 International Conference on Aging, Disability and Independence / edited by William C. Mann and Abdelsalam Helal.

Publication Info. Amsterdam ; Fairfax, VA : IOS Press, [2006]
©2006

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Description 1 online resource (viii, 235 pages) : illustrations.
Series Assistive technology research series, 1383-813X ; v. 18
Assistive technology research series ; v. 18. 1383-813X
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents Cover -- Contents -- Preface -- Chapter 1. Smart Homes and Robotics -- Agitation Monitoring of Persons with Dementia Based on Acoustic Sensors, Pressure Sensors and Ultrasound Sensors: A Feasibility Study -- Developing a Well-Being Monitoring System -- Modeling and Data Analysis Techniques -- A Community Based Integrated Service Model to Support Adults with Physical Disability Living in the United Kingdom -- Ageing People in Ireland: A Survey Perspective on Technology in the Home -- Effects of Currently Available Smart Home Technology on Frail Elders -- Privacy Management in Smart Homes: Design and Analysis -- Integrating Intelligent Systems for Elder Care in RoboCare -- Steward Robot for Human-Friendly Assistive Home Environment -- Development of Autonomous Robotic Wheelchair System -- Chapter 2. Telehealth -- Attention Care and Monitoring of Behavior -- Tele-Home Care / Care Coordination in the Rural Environment -- e-Health Innovations: Internet-Base Caregiver Education and Support -- Ethical Considerations of Home Monitoring Technology -- How Family Caregivers of Persons with Alzheimer's Disease Obtain Online Resources -- Technology Lab on a Shoestring: Developing Low Cost Evaluation Centers and Lending Libraries -- In Brief: Using Videophones as an Antidote to Isolation of the Elderly and a Learning Tool for the Young -- Chapter 3. Housing, Home Modifications and Universal Design -- Design and Construction of a Universal Cabinet Prototype -- Home Modifications Down Under -- Standing Up: A Systematic Review of Grabrail Orientations -- Lighting Your Way into Home Modifications -- Universal Design in Aging in Place Senior Housing: A Pilot Study of Resident's Perspectives -- Chapter 4. Assistive Devices -- Effective and Confidential Communication of Prescription Information: Accommodating the Blind and Visually-Impaired -- An Ultrasonic Urine Sensor for Aged People -- Medication Reminding for Older Adults Using Personal Digital Assistants.
Summary Provides content related to aging, disability, and independence. The focus of these papers, is on maintaining independence and active participation in family and community activities. The main topics in this publication are: Smart Homes; Robotics; Telehealth; Home Modifications and Universal Design; and Assistive Devices and Workplace Adaptations.
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Subject Older people with disabilities -- Congresses.
Self-help devices for people with disabilities -- Congresses.
Technology and older people -- Congresses.
Disabled Persons.
Aged.
Home Care Services.
Housing for the Elderly.
Monitoring, Ambulatory -- methods.
Self-Help Devices.
Telemedicine.
Older people with disabilities.
Self-help devices for people with disabilities.
Technology and older people.
SOCIAL SCIENCE -- People with Disabilities.
Older people with disabilities. (OCoLC)fst01199143
Self-help devices for people with disabilities. (OCoLC)fst01111735
Technology and older people. (OCoLC)fst01199789
Alter.
Gebrechlichkeit.
Selbständigkeit.
Hilfsmittel.
Saint Petersburg (Fla.)
Genre/Form Congresses.
Conference papers and proceedings. (OCoLC)fst01423772
Added Author Mann, William C. (William Charles)
Helal, Abdelsalam A., 1959-
Other Form: Print version: International Conference on Aging, Disability and Independence (3rd : 2006 : St. Petersburg, Fla.). Promoting independence for older persons with disabilities. Amsterdam ; Fairfax, VA : IOS Press, ©2006 1586035878 (DLC) 2005938587 (OCoLC)68118924
ISBN 1423797450 (electronic bk.)
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