@inbook{9862508560d64e68b906e7afecd2cf21,
title = "The Role of Accessibility and Assistive Technology in Remodelled Extra Care Housing: 10 Case Studies in the UK",
abstract = "Extra Care Housing (ECH) is a type of housing for older people that aims to provide flexible care while fostering independence. Access and AT in flats and common areas were audited by an occupational therapist, and architect and a rehabilitation engineer. Tenants were often unaware of the origin of the AT for care support but were usually aware of where the care neutral and care substitution AT came from. Regarding accessibility often the buildings did not fully comply with accessibility standards. This may have been because the buildings were remodelled rather than purpose-built. Recommendations include providing: broadband internet, free internal communication means, and to fully comply with accessibility regulations.",
author = "Mayagoitia, {Ruth E.} and {Van Boxstael}, Els and Hedieh Wojgani and Fay Wright and Anthea Tinker and Julienne Hanson",
year = "2007",
language = "English",
isbn = "978-1-58603-791-8",
volume = "20",
series = "CHALLENGES FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY",
publisher = "I O S PRESS",
pages = "681 -- 685",
booktitle = "9th European Conference for Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe",
note = "9th European Conference for Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe ; Conference date: 03-10-2007 Through 05-10-2007",
}