Smart Houses and Smart Technology: Overview and Implications for Independent Living and Supported Living Services

Using goal analysis to drive improvements in performance and outcomes

“…Current approaches should be evaluated toward that end with new support methods identified as alternatives to the presence of on-site paid staff. Cost-effective methods being implemented include the application of technology for remote monitoring as an alternative to on-site staff supervision (Storey, 2010) and approaches that place control of financial resources in the hands of families, often referred to as consumer-directed services (Caldwell and Heller, 2007), which result in increased family participation and control in the management of long-term supports. The ability of families to effectively support individuals into adulthood has been nurtured by improvements in education that have assisted the learning of practical life skills with a focus on the development of connections between individuals and local communities.…”

Calidad de vida, calidad de servicios y vida independiente en personas con discapacidad física y sensorial

“…La utilización de productos de apoyo, así como el uso de tecnología y casas inteligentes son factores que hemos visto favorecen la vida independiente de las personas con diversidad funcional, y a sus familias (Nicolson, Moir et al, 2012). Esta circunstancia también es aplicable a los entornos residenciales (Storey, 2010), y a las personas mayores que van teniendo limitaciones en la movilidad (McCrindle, Williams et al, 2011). Incluso el tipo de producto de apoyo utilizado puede mejorar la calidad de vida y la vida independiente de las personas con diversidad funcional.…”