ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY NEEDS AND EXPERIENCES OF FAMILY CAREGIVERS

Addressing assistive technology needs in special education.

Assistive technology is critical to maximize the functional skills of the person with a physical disability at home, work, and school. As assistive devices become increasingly complex and expensive and more options are available, the need for an assistive technology specialist is enhanced. Recent regulations and advances in technology are affecting the type, quality, and comprehensiveness of as...

Family Needs of Caregivers of Stroke Survivors

Background: After a stroke, patient often suffers varying degree of disability that requires immediate hospital care and extended home care. Therefore, caregivers assume multiple roles to fulfil the needs of survivors at home. The current study aim to explore various needs felt by the caregivers of stroke survivors at home. Methods: A cross sectional community-based survey was carried out. Hund...

Assistive Technology: Use and Service Delivery

As individuals with long-term disabilities and other older adults face declines in health and function, there is a greater need for assistive technology (AT) or assistive devices and environmental interventions (EI) to help them maintain their independence and community participation. These aids can help older adults and individuals with disabilities function in work, home, recreational, and ot...

Caregivers ’ experiences of unmet needs during palliative care

Training needs of pediatric occupational therapists in assistive technology.

The training of providers working with children who need assistive technology devices or services has not kept pace with the explosion of new, more sophisticated assistive technology devices now available. This article reports on a national survey of 272 pediatric occupational therapists, who responded to questions about their training needs in the area of assistive technology and delivering as...