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18/06/2019
Digital Dementia Service Launched
The Health and Social Care Board has launched a digital service offering support for dementia sufferers and their carers.
The apps4dementia library, accessible here provides safe, trusted apps for information and guidance on the condition, support and self-care of symptoms to enable users to carry on living their normal lives for as long as possible.
Developed in conjunction with app evaluator, ORCHA, which helped NHS Digital populate the NHS Apps Library- the site offers a range of applications which have been independently checked and reviewed for data privacy, clinical assurance and user experience.
As a start, users will find 10 best rated apps that provide guidance and information, to help with sleep, communication, keeping minds active, reminders as well as apps that support carers to care for their loved ones. The library has been developed alongside people living with dementia and their carers who have provided feedback on design and content.
The initiative is part of the Dementia eHealth and Data Analytics Pathfinder Programme, which uses data and technology to inform better services, support people with dementia and help plan for the future.
Seamus McErlean, Health and Social Care Board, said: "We know that people living with dementia and their carers face challenges at different stages of the condition. The use of technology, in particular apps, will offer a range of support; provide guidance and information to those newly diagnosed as well as those whose condition has progressed."
Allison Batchelor, Dementia NI, said: "In this current environment we welcome the development of digital tools such as apps to help maintain our independence and improve the quality of life."
Lisa Simmons from ORCHA (Organisation for the Review of Care and Health Applications) said: "With thousands of health apps available it can be confusing to choose the right ones. This new resource will allow users to find high quality, trusted apps to empower them to self-manage their condition, or assist carers and family members help keep their loved ones independent and improve their quality of life."
To help with the ongoing development of the library, a number of roadshows will be held across Northern Ireland during the summer to showcase the apps library for people living with dementia, carers and healthcare professionals.
In addition, two new dementia specific apps have been commissioned which are anticipated to be added onto the library later this year.
(JG/MH)
The apps4dementia library, accessible here provides safe, trusted apps for information and guidance on the condition, support and self-care of symptoms to enable users to carry on living their normal lives for as long as possible.
Developed in conjunction with app evaluator, ORCHA, which helped NHS Digital populate the NHS Apps Library- the site offers a range of applications which have been independently checked and reviewed for data privacy, clinical assurance and user experience.
As a start, users will find 10 best rated apps that provide guidance and information, to help with sleep, communication, keeping minds active, reminders as well as apps that support carers to care for their loved ones. The library has been developed alongside people living with dementia and their carers who have provided feedback on design and content.
The initiative is part of the Dementia eHealth and Data Analytics Pathfinder Programme, which uses data and technology to inform better services, support people with dementia and help plan for the future.
Seamus McErlean, Health and Social Care Board, said: "We know that people living with dementia and their carers face challenges at different stages of the condition. The use of technology, in particular apps, will offer a range of support; provide guidance and information to those newly diagnosed as well as those whose condition has progressed."
Allison Batchelor, Dementia NI, said: "In this current environment we welcome the development of digital tools such as apps to help maintain our independence and improve the quality of life."
Lisa Simmons from ORCHA (Organisation for the Review of Care and Health Applications) said: "With thousands of health apps available it can be confusing to choose the right ones. This new resource will allow users to find high quality, trusted apps to empower them to self-manage their condition, or assist carers and family members help keep their loved ones independent and improve their quality of life."
To help with the ongoing development of the library, a number of roadshows will be held across Northern Ireland during the summer to showcase the apps library for people living with dementia, carers and healthcare professionals.
In addition, two new dementia specific apps have been commissioned which are anticipated to be added onto the library later this year.
(JG/MH)
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