General Information
This is a one-day training event designed to increase the knowledge and understanding of telecare technology and its application. The training will also provide an opportunity for participants to review the impact that such technology has on the provision of services within sheltered housing and allied services. It will provide participants with the skills to offer the best professional approach to support people in making best use of telecare and other technology.

A range of training methods will be used in delivering the course content. This will assist in ensuring effective input of course material. Participants will be encouraged to take an active part in each session.

Aims & Objectives

The aim of this event is to look at the effects that telecare and other technology may have on the provision of services within sheltered housing and the way participants can utilise such technology to support service users to manage day to day life challenges. Participants will develop their skills, attitudes and knowledge in the areas of:

• The impact that telecare and other technology will have on sheltered housing services

• Understanding how the use of telecare and other technology can assist service users to maintain independence and a quality lifestyle

• Acquiring the necessary skills to use telecare as part of a comprehensive support service to users

• identifying appropriate telecare products and/or other technology that will assist service users to manage risks and overcome physical, sensory or cognitive difficulties

Objectives

By the end of this event participants should be able to:

• Gain an understanding of the different types of telecare products and other technology available

• Review how the use of telecare and other technology may impact on the delivery of sheltered housing services

• Identify how such technology could assist service users to manage their preferred lifestyles

• Suggest realistic approaches to supporting older people by the use of such technology

• Examine the ethical issues and dilemmas with regard to the use of such technology in the provision of support

Summary

The training is designed to be flexible and the content and setting can be varied to meet the particular requirements of individual groups.

Participants will be encouraged to adopt a supportive and positive approach to the group as a whole. It is hoped that this will allow individuals to achieve greater proficiency and confidence through taking part in a stimulating and enjoyable learning programme.

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