The effect of an information and communication technology (ICT) on older adults' quality of life: study protocol for a randomized control trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study investigates the use of an information and communication technology (Elder Tree) designed for older adults and their informal caregivers to improve older adult quality of life and address challenges older adults face in maintaining their independence (for example, loneliness and isolation, falling, managing medications, driving and transportation).

Methods/design

This study, an unblinded randomized controlled trial, will evaluate the effectiveness and cost of Elder Tree. Older adults who are at risk for losing their independence - along with their informal caregivers, if they name them - are randomized to two groups. The intervention group has access to their usual sources of information and communication as well as to Elder Tree for 18 months while the

SUBMITTER: Gustafson DH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4417513 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature