Resources

Care management systems are technologies used by aged care services to manage relevant information about the people in their care.  This ARIIA information sheet on care management system is part of a series covering types of technology currently used in aged care.

Aged care services are increasingly embracing innovative digital technologies to improve the care experiences of older people and to enable care workers to do more, even with fewer resources (e.g., staff, financial). This ARIIA information sheet on assistive technology is part of a series covering types of technology currently used in aged care.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly playing a role in the care of older adults. This ARIIA information sheet on artificial intelligence is part of a series covering types of technology currently used in aged care.

Dignity is an important consideration in aged care to ensure older people maintain their sense of value and worth regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities. Technology use should be used to support care and not violate dignity. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Telehealth uses ICT to deliver healthcare services remotely. Factors that improve or reduce the acceptance of telehealth in aged care were identified as part of a scoping review of the human factors associated with technology uptake. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Some technologies used in aged care settings raise privacy concerns for older people, their families, aged care staff, and providers.  This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

There can be no one-size-fits-all approach to successful implementation due to the relationships between the technical, human, and organisational factors in complex care settings such as aged care. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

The information gained from a careful technology needs assessment can be used to write a business case for purchasing technology. A business case is an important part of project documentatio. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

Monitoring should be an ongoing process rather than a one-off event. By regularly monitoring technology use and making changes where indicated, organisations can improve the fit between technology assets and the context in which they are applied. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.

It is important that technologies deliver anticipated benefits by being fit for purpose. A needs assessment can lay the foundation for good decision-making, ensuring technology meets the needs of those who will be using it or affected by it. This resource from ARIIA is a short easy-to-read summary of the research evidence.