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American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias®, Vol. 5, No. 3, 9-14 (1990)
DOI: 10.1177/153331759000500304
© 1990 SAGE Publications

Technological innovations for individuals with Alzheimer's disease

Geoff Fernie, PhD

Centre for Studies in Aging, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, 2075 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M4N 3M5, Canada

Bonnie Femnie, MHSc

Geriatric Health Systems Inc., 29 Blaketon Road, Etobicoke, Ontario M9B 4W4, Canada

Principles of good design for products and environments that enhance the dignity and avoid stigmatizing individuals with Alzheiner's disease are illustrated. The importance of ergonomic design is stressed with the objective of encouraging the development ofproducts that are welcomed by everyone because of their simplicity and ease of use. Prioritiesfor research and technological development are suggested, including means of quantifying activity and behaviour, the design of reminder devices, guidelines for control interface design and investigations of the suitability of intelligent environments.


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