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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering
Needs and preferences for technology among Chinese family caregivers of persons with dementia: A pilot study:
ChenXiong1 
关键词: Assistive technology;    elderly;    rehabilitation devices;    remote sensing;    smart homes;   
DOI  :  10.1177/2055668318775315
学科分类:工程和技术(综合)
来源: Sage Journals
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BackgroundDementia is a major public health concern associated with significant caregiver demands and there are technologies available to assist with caregiving. However, there is a paucity of information on caregiver needs and preferences for these technologies, especially among Chinese family caregivers of persons with dementia in Canada.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to examine the technology needs and preferences of Chinese family caregivers of persons with dementia with a sex and gender lens in Canada.MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted through the Yee Hong Centre of Geriatric Care in Canada. Frequency distributions, Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test, and multiple regression analyses were performed.ResultsThe majority of the 40 respondents did not demonstrate knowledge about technology to assist with caregiving. Ease of installation and reliability were identified as the most important features when installing and using technology respectively. Respondents demonstrated a positive attitude ...

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