Resources

Monitoring should be an ongoing process rather than a one-off event. By regularly monitoring technology use and making changes where indicated, organisations can improve the fit between technology assets and the context in which they are applied. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

It is important that technologies deliver anticipated benefits by being fit for purpose. A needs assessment can lay the foundation for good decision-making, ensuring technology meets the needs of those who will be using it or affected by it. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

With the increased uptake of technology in aged care services, cybersecurity has become a significant concern for service providers, aged care recipients, their family members, and care workers. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Some people working in or receiving aged care services express concerns about certain forms of technology that may impact human-to-human interaction. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

With technological advancements, it is important that aged care staff have the knowledge and confidence to get the most out of workplace technology. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Technology has the capacity to both limit and enhance autonomy for older adults. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Robots can play a role in improving the wellbeing of older adults and provide opportunities for social and physical interactions. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Support group interventions increase social support and decrease loneliness among older people in aged care settings, particularly in residential care settings. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Social connectedness is an important aspect of the health of all people but especially older people in residential aged care who may be feeling isolated. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Group reminiscence therapy appears to be effective in improving life satisfaction and decreasing the loneliness of people in residential aged care. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.