Introducing assistive technology (AT) into the homes of older people: the REKI (REading/KIng's) research project

TY - JOUR

T1 - Introducing assistive technology (AT) into the homes of older people: the REKI (REading/KIng's) research project

AU - Tinker, A

PY - 2004

Y1 - 2004

N2 - The research reported here focuses on how far, and at what cost, the housing stock can be modified to accommodate the assistive technology (AT) to enable older people to remain in their own homes. The conclusion is that the adaptability of the housing depends on a range of factors and costs. Older people welcome AT when it addresses a felt need. This article answers some of the frequently asked questions about the project

AB - The research reported here focuses on how far, and at what cost, the housing stock can be modified to accommodate the assistive technology (AT) to enable older people to remain in their own homes. The conclusion is that the adaptability of the housing depends on a range of factors and costs. Older people welcome AT when it addresses a felt need. This article answers some of the frequently asked questions about the project

M3 - Article

VL - 7

SP - 30

EP - 34

JO - Housing, Care and Support

JF - Housing, Care and Support

IS - 3

ER -