Technology in aged care: a qualitative survey of academic, research, and technology industry professionals

Katarzyna Lion · Jenny Murfield · Deepa Sriram · Billy Sung · Glenda Anne Cook · Mohamed Estai +6 more

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Technology Use by Older Adults Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes Social Policies and Healthcare Reform

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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: The study's aim was two-fold: (1) to explore the experiences and perceptions of industry, academic, and research professionals concerning technologies used within aged care; and (2) to identify needs-led priorities for the future development and application of technologies within aged care. BACKGROUND: Global population ageing requires a recalibration of aged care policies, systems, and services to promote and support healthy ageing. It is expected that technology will play an important role in this regard. This study qualitatively assessed the landscape of technology use in aged care from the perspective of industry, academic, and research professionals. DESIGN: A purposefully designed cross-sectional survey collecting experiences, perspectives, and barriers about technology through open responses. METHODS: Using convenience sampling, thirty-five participants completed an online survey between April and October 2020. A descriptive qualitative content analysis approach was used to analyse the written responses. Reporting of findings followed the EQUATOR's Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research checklist. RESULTS: Four themes were identified that characterised the use of technologies within aged care: (1) User Perceptions and Attitudes: wariness and reluctance to technology; (2) Systemic Issues within Aged Care: Under-resourced with opportunities for innovation; (3) Technology-Related Barriers: Equity, costs, privacy, integration, and interoperability and (4) Research Priorities: Co-design and integration of technology. CONCLUSIONS: The existing technology does not meet the needs of older people, aged care personnel and the system in general, which prevents its successful implementation and uptake.

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