Funding to co-develop adaptive tech to evolve with the changing needs of people with dementia
The University of Sheffield is leading one of four new networks which will boost the use and development of novel tools and technologies enabling people…
New network to develop tech that can enhance the physical capabilities of people with dementia
Heriot-Watt, the University of Strathclyde, and Age Scotland are leading a new network focusing on how technology can enhance the social, mental, and physical capacities…
Researchers, developers, engineers, and professionals work together in Dementia Networks
Researchers at Imperial College London are to develop technologies to enable people with dementia to live independently for longer. The ‘ZeDTech’ dementia network, developing zero…
Designers, developers, and dementia experts to create user-friendly assistive technologies
Researchers at Northumbria University have been awarded £ million to develop a network which will support people with dementia by connecting existing technology and services…
New research to create tech to help dementia patients manage memory loss and communication
People with dementia are set to benefit from UK Government-backed research designed to help them live more independently in their own homes. Four new research…
Council trials smart assistive tech to help residents live independently in their own homes for longer
As part of a commitment to adult social care, St Helens Borough Council is trialling a range of new smart assistive technologies to help support…
Pioneering assistive tech finalists selected as part of important global dementia challenge prize
Five finalists with innovative assistive technologies that can transform the lives of those with dementia have now been selected as part of the Longitude Prize…
Vibrating smartwatch helps remind people to do certain tasks throughout the day
Pivotell has newly launched the Vibratime Smart Watch, which is a silent, vibrating smartwatch that conveniently and discreetly reminds adults and children to do certain…
Comment: Why interactive technologies offer substantial benefits for dementia patients
With the upcoming General Election, the growing crisis within the social care sector continues to be absent from political discussions. With rising levels of dementia…
Digital pain assessment tool reduces care home safeguarding events by 91.7 percent
Use of digital pain assessment tool PainChek at Orchard Care Homes has been linked to improved wellbeing for residents with dementia, in a study published…