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The Human Factor

The Human Factor. Assistive Tech & the VCS Abi Goodman, Development Officer – VAS (a.goodman@vas.org.uk). The Human Factor. The Human Factor. Presentation to TSA Health & Wellbeing 13th March 2012. 1. The Human Factor. Assistive Tech & the VCS. “I hope I die before I get old.”

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The Human Factor

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  1. The Human Factor Assistive Tech & the VCS Abi Goodman, Development Officer – VAS (a.goodman@vas.org.uk) The Human Factor The Human Factor Presentation to TSA Health & Wellbeing 13th March 2012 1

  2. The Human Factor Assistive Tech & the VCS “I hope I die before I get old.” (My Generation - 1965) “I hope I’m old before I die.” (Old Before I Die - 1997) 2

  3. Sheffield Situation • UK population ageing - % over 50 by 2026 40% • No. people in Sheffield over 85 11,900 • No. of older people receiving some support 9,000 • No. older people living in care homes 2,859 • Increase (by 2025) in people aged 75 living at home 23% • % private-rented housing stock occupied by over 75 • year olds classified as ‘non-decent’ 44% • Households experiencing fuel poverty 19% 3

  4. Sheffield Situation “Without doubt our understanding and notion of wellbeing in later life is going through a re-assessment, and what constitutes ‘old age’ will continue to change, as will notions of ‘career’, ‘retirement’ and independent living.” (State of Sheffield Report 2012)

  5. Issues • Needs to consider • poor housing & environment • health & mobility problems • breakdown of informal support • social isolation • Valued members of society • Older people more likely to volunteer to support communities (25% carers 60+) • Managing the cost of care • Small investments in services (e.g. housing/ leisure) can reduce or delay care costs & improve wellbeing. One county (N Yorks) saves £1m a year on residential costs by providing telecare services.

  6. What is AT? Telehealth Telecare

  7. The AT Landscape • Whole System Demonstrator • 2. DALLAS • 3. 3 million Lives • 4. Getting it Right First Time • STH Corporate Strategy 2012-17

  8. Challenges • Delayed discharge (& • associated cost) • 2. Lack of understanding of • what AT is and what it can offer • 3. Delay in seeking help (issues • of pride/ fear/ not wanting to be • a burden) • 4. Reactive rather than proactive 5. Lack of confidence / trust (Big Brother) 6. Cost. People living in asset-rich but income poor households. 7. Stress on family/carers (impact on workforce) 8. Reduced take-up in BME communities 9. Not using AT correctly / equipment not used.

  9. Role for the sector Our Communities The Way We Do Business • People aware of what is available • Potential business development: Housing/ Environment/ Advice (financial/ benefits/ tech)/ Transport/ Health & Leisure • Equality – not deepening the Digital Divide • Increased independence – community action • Tapping potential in communities & ensuring feedback and empowerment • Volunteering

  10. Outcomes • Admissions avoidance • 2. Pick up after fall • 3. Quality of life • 4. Quality of care • 5. Taking medicines regularly • 6. Using AT equipment

  11. What Next? • Working together – shared goals • 2. Any other challenges? • Your priorities? • What support do you need (e.g. training/ networking) do you need to mobilise service delivery concerning this agenda?

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