Assistive TechnologyInformation and Consultation

John Patterson - Assistive Technology Co-ordinatorToby Dickinson – Senior Commissioner

Jonna Yoshizumi - ASC Commissioning Project Support Officer

June 2015

What are we here for?

To tell you what Assistive Technology is To talk to you about what we’re planning to

do, to improve the use of Assistive Technology

To get your views and feedback

What is Assistive Technology?

“Assistive Technology is an umbrella term for any device which assists a person in retaining or improving their independence, safety, security and dignity.” 3.

People who may benefit from the provision of Assistive Technology may include those with:

Learning difficulties Physical disabilities Sensory impairment A risk of falling Certain medical conditions (e.g. epilepsy) Memory impairment Dementia Carer support

Who might AT help

Types of Assistive Technology

Monitored (Telecare)

Stand alone

Community Alarm Service

• Each borough has a 24/7 monitoring and response service.• 2 tiers of service• Cost varies between each borough• Emergency services may need to be called to lift clients off of

the floor

LBHF

In-house community alarm service- Careline. Careline install all Lifeline units. Referral form to be completed by a professional

and sent directly to Careline or customers can self refer.

Community Alarm Service to install all Lifeline units, telecare sensors and a small number of stand alone devices.

Referral can be completed by a professional and customers can also self refer (however installation fee would be charged)

RBKC

Community Alarm Service can install all Lifeline units, telecare sensors and a limited number of stand alone devices.

Referral can be completed by a professional and customers can also self refer.

Customers can request a private alarm if they have their own key holder.

WCC

Falls

Fall detectors

Bed occupancy sensor

Chair sensor

Passive infra-red sensors

Safety and security

Bogus caller button

ERICA door chain

Key safe

Environmental risks

Telecare environmental sensors

Magiplug

Water level alert

Stand alone gas detector

Lockable gas valve

Medication management

Vibrating watch

Pill box reminder

Pivotell medication dispenser

Memory Aids

Orientation clocks Memo

minder

MemRabel 2 Lost item

locators

Mem-X

Epilepsy

Emfit epilepsy sensor

Possum wrist worn epilepsy sensor

Wandering

Property exit sensor

Stand alone door sensor with pager

Timed wander reminder

Safer walking technology

• Can be in the form of a passive device or an active device (where it will begin tracking if the emergency button is pressed).

• Usually monitored by a monitoring centre but can have stand alone devices which will text a responder if an alert is raised.

• Can set geo-fences (safe zones) where an alert will be raised if the wearer steps outside of the agreed area.

• Can set it to raise an alert if a person hasn’t returned home by a certain time.

Just Checking

A system of wireless movement detectors which generates a chart of activity online.

Care professionals can use the system for assessment and planning care.

Avoid constant carer attendance Only alert you when things go wrong Devices that communicate with your mobile

phone GPS monitors can track people

Practical Benefits for carers

Peace of mind Improve relationship with cared for person Reduce stress and improve sleep patterns More freedom to do other things

Benefits to carers’ well-being

Is there a more simple, low-tech solution to the problem?

Who will provide the response? AT can not totally eliminate risk but

can help to manage risk

Key questions when considering AT

Consent Mental Capacity Privacy, Dignity and Respect Is there a less intrusive option?

Ethical Issues

Video

3 main elements of service, Call handling, Equipment Supply and Servicing, ResponseCurrently separate services in each boroughSome elements provided directly by the council, some through contracts with the private sector

What we’re planning to do

Would it be better to integrate some or all of these element across the 3 councils?Seems sensible for Equipment and Call handlingResponse services more complexAgree a strategy for this new service in next 2 months, procurement in August 2015 New service in place early in 2016.

What we’re planning to do

Any questions?