Older people, like everyone else, love to have fun and enjoy life. They want to feel included and relevant in family and social circles. At the same time, we are all encouraged that digital technology has opened up a new world of information and connectivity which can help up us share and learn. Touch screen technology is now available on a whole range of devices, which potentially increases ease of use and the devices have become more portable. However for some older people it can be a source of confusion and create a sense of isolation and disconnection from their family and friends. How can older people have fun with digital technology?
This blog will look at the physical and psychological effects of ageing and how we might accommodate for and manage these issues to increase the ability for older people to take part in the digital world. I will use my experiences as a Senior Physiotherapist who has worked in aged care for over 12 years, to give examples of how many ways we can assist older persons to access these amazing tools, irrespective of physical or cognitive ability!
This blog will look at the physical and psychological effects of ageing and how we might accommodate for and manage these issues to increase the ability for older people to take part in the digital world. I will use my experiences as a Senior Physiotherapist who has worked in aged care for over 12 years, to give examples of how many ways we can assist older persons to access these amazing tools, irrespective of physical or cognitive ability!
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