Occupational Therapy and Assistive Technology Sandra Sandford And Sarah McQuaid

Occupational Therapy “Occupational Therapy enables people to achieve health, well-being and life satisfaction through participation in occupation”- COT 2004 Occupation:-daily activities that reflect cultural values, provide structure to living and meaning to individuals; these activities meet human needs for self-care, enjoyment and participation in society:-Willard and Spackman 10th edition 2003

Occupational Therapy Hospitals,clinics, schools, homes All age groups Physical disability, mental health problems,learning disabilities, terminal illness

Occupational Therapy Treatment -alternative techniques, hands on therapy,use of splints Equipment Adaptations to the environment

What is this for? There are 5 different items.Write down what you think each item is used for, what is it’s purpose? Nothing rude or obscene please!!!!!

Assistive Technology A broad title Wide range of equipment,devices, systems Improve security, promote safety, reduce risks Enable independence in controlling the environment Improve communication

Assistive Technology Risk management Enabling technology- environmental controls Lifestyle monitoring

Risk Management Assessment to identify areas of risk Advice Reduce /eliminate risk Increase independence Ease management for carer

Systems Used Sensor mats Bed/chair occupancy sensor pads Door intercoms Door release intercom

Systems Used Visual monitor Room to room intercom Cooker isolation switch Automatic cooker switch off - electrical /gas

Telecare Southern Board project in Armagh/Dungannon 24 hr connection to response centre Trained advisors Wide range of sensors Falls Referral to Telecare project

Enabling Technologies Environmental controls Invented in Stoke Mandeville Spinal Injury Unit Allowing remote control of domestic appliances

Environmental Controls The controller Input switch Accessories

The Controller Can store functions Heart of the system. Controls items in different rooms Possum Companion - can be integrated with -Personal computer software -Communication aids -Powered Wheelchair

The Input Switch Enables user to access the system Can be activated in many different ways Pressure and speed are adjustable

Accessories Appliances operated by controller Home entertainment systems Phone Doors Lights Windows

Assessment for Environmental Controls Carried out by Occupational Therapist and Engineer O.T. looks at functional ability,support network,identifies areas for improved independence Engineer matches technology to requirements FUNDING

Lifestyle Monitoring Use of sensors/monitors to collect data Monitoring of behaviour patterns Monitoring of health status

Thank-you for your attention Any Questions?