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1、CoCo-designing Technologydesigning Technologyfor Better Dementia Carefor Better Dementia CareBackground More than 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia 10 million new cases diagnosed each year An estimated 64,000 people are living with dementia(PLwD)in Ireland Expected to rise to 150,

2、000 by 2045(HSE)For every person with dementia,it is estimated that three others support their care Informal carers(ICs)make up 6%of the Irish populationSocietal Consequences Diminished quality of life and loss of independence Family members bear additional emotional and financial burdens Costs of E

3、UR2 billion annually in IrelandDementia Care Models National healthcare systems are increasingly shifting towards a community care model for dementia Emphasis on high-quality home care services that enable PLwD to remain in their homes for as long as possible Most technologies focus on safety rather

4、 than empowering PLwD to engage in care planningThere is an acute need,which technology can potentially fulfil,to provide proactive support to PLwD and their ICsPeople with dementia should be at the centre of care decisions,with a shift to empowered self-management facilitated by appropriately desig

5、ned technologyOur AimsCo-design a digital health technology platform to support people living with MCI and early-stage dementia to self-manage their health and wellbeing,with support from those who care for themEnsure this technology platform also supports family carers in providing care,whilst also

6、 looking after their own health and wellbeingUnderstanding Experiences,Challenges,Needs Interviews,focus groups and co-design sessions with 170 stakeholders People living with age related cognitive impairments Informal carers Healthcare professionals Staff from dementia charitiesGaps identified Lack