Use and benefit of information, communication, and assistive technology among community-dwelling older adults - a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Technology can support healthy aging and empower older adults to live independently. However, technology adoption by older adults, particularly assistive technology (AT), is limited and little is known about the types of AT used among older adults. This study explored the use of key information and communication technologies (ICT) and AT among community-dwelling adults aged ≥ 65.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted among community-dwelling adults aged ≥ 65 in southern Germany using a paper-based questionnaire. The questionnaire included questions on the three domains sociodemographic aspects, health status, and technology use. Technology use was considered separately for key ICT (smartphone, computer/laptop, and tablet) and a range of 31 different AT. Da

SUBMITTER: Fotteler ML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10576310 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature