The role of technology for healthy aging among Korean and Hispanic women in the United States: A pilot study

Steggell, Carmen D.; Hooker, Karen; Bowman, Sally R.; Choun, Soyoung; Kim, Sun Joong

doi:10.4017/gt.2010.09.04.007.00

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“…This finding is not surprising, since it is closely related to lack of knowledge of how to use AT devices, low educational levels that characterized the participants of this study, and limited English proficiency of Hispanic older people that restricts access to AT devices instructions. Problems related to the English instructions and AT device controls have been identified in the literature as a usability concern shared by Korean and Hispanic women in the USA [34]. …”

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Hispanic Older Adult’s Perceptions of Personal, Contextual and Technology-Related Barriers for Using Assistive Technology Devices

Orellano-Colón

Mann

Rivero

et al. 2015

J. Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities

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Assistive technologies (AT) are tools that enhance the independence, safety, and quality of life of older people with functional limitations. While AT may extend independence in ageing, there are racial and ethnic disparities in late-life AT use, with lower rates reported among Hispanic older populations. The aim of this study was to identify barriers experienced by Hispanic community-living older adults for using AT. Sixty Hispanic older adults (70 years and older) with functional limitations participated in this study. A descriptive qualitative research design was used guided by the principles of the Human Activity Assistive Technology Model to gain in-depth understanding of participants’ perspectives regarding barriers to using AT devices. Individual in-depth semi-structure interviews were conducted, using the Assistive Technology Devices Cards (ATDC) assessment as a prompt to facilitate participants’ qualitative responses. Data analysis included descriptive statistics and rigorous thematic content analysis. Lack of AT awareness and information, cost of AT, limited coverage of AT by heath care plans, and perceived complexity of AT were the predominant barriers experienced by the participants. A multi-level approach is required for a better understanding of the barriers for using AT devices. The personal, contextual, and activity-based barriers found in this study can be used to develop culturally sensitive AT interventions to reduce existent disparities in independent living disabilities among older Hispanics.

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Hispanic Older Adult’s Perceptions of Personal, Contextual and Technology-Related Barriers for Using Assistive Technology Devices

Orellano-Colón

Mann

Rivero

et al. 2015

J. Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities

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“…Of the 49 included articles, 23 (46.9%) of them addressed the theme of ‘assistive technology as a last resort’ (Table 2). This is unsurprising given that many participants viewed the adoption of assistive technologies as a last resort, which was depicted across the studies by a strong ‘not yet’ attitude towards the adoption of assistive devices (Courtney et al , 2007, 2008; Johnson et al , 2007; Demiris et al , 2008; Horton, 2008; Londei et al , 2009; Steggell et al , 2010; Karlsson et al , 2011; Davenport et al , 2012; Wu et al , 2014 a , 2015; Claes et al ., 2015; Pino et al , 2015). This was evident through participants’ potential willingness to accept assistive technologies at a ‘later’ point, when they were ready for it.…”

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“…Like I've said, right now we may not need it, but one never knows when the time will come that we do. (Steggell et al ., 2010: 444)Many participants acknowledged that although they were not presently using assistive technologies, they would in future if they became ‘handicapped’, ‘sick’, ‘incapacitated’, ‘lonely’ or ‘demented’, all of which are value-laden terms that depict the negative connotations older adults commonly associate with assistive technology use. For example: I am not indifferent, but I wouldn't want it [fall detection system] … I would feel handicapped.…”

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“…(Londei et al ., 2009: 386)The first thing that comes to mind is Big Brother, you know, and I think you might have a pretty, pretty big obstacle there … there's just something about somebody watching over you that would bother me. (Courtney et al ., 2007: 244)Furthermore, participants expressed concerns about the potential consequences that may arise if their privacy was in fact breached by assistive technologies (Londei et al , 2009; Steggell et al , 2010; Greenhalgh et al , 2013; Thomas et al , 2013; Hill et al , 2015; Coventry and Briggs, 2016). These concerns included vulnerability to crime, such as strangers taking advantage of, stealing or misusing their personal information ( e.g.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…(Thomas et al ., 2013: 761)In contrast, other participants were willing to ‘trade off’ personal privacy for the perceived usefulness or benefits of technologies, such as increased safety (Courtney et al , 2008; Thomas et al , 2013; Pino et al , 2015). Similarly, others were also willing to accept ‘technological intrusion’ into their lives if it would allow them to remain independent and at home for longer (Londei et al , 2009; Steggell et al , 2010). For example: Why, you know if it's [smart home technology] going to be helpful then I have no problem.…”

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‘That's for old so and so's!’: does identity influence older adults’ technology adoption decisions?

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The role of identity in older adults’ decision-making about assistive technology adoption has been suggested but not fully explored. This scoping review was conducted to understand better how older adults’ self-image and their desire to maintain this influence their decision-making processes regarding assistive technology adoption. Using the five-stage scoping review framework by Arksey and O'Malley, a total of 416 search combinations were run across nine databases, resulting in a final yield of 49 articles. From these 49 articles, five themes emerged: (a) resisting the negative reality of an ageing and/or disabled identity; (b) independence and control are key; (c) the aesthetic dimension of usability; (d) assistive technology as a last resort; and (e) privacy versus pragmatics. The findings highlight the importance of older adults’ desire to portray an identity consistent with independence, self-reliance and competence, and how this desire directly impacts their assistive technology decision-making adoption patterns. These findings aim to support the adoption of assistive technologies by older adults to facilitate engagement in meaningful activities, enable social participation within the community, and promote health and wellbeing in later life.

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Influence of Age on Trade-Offs Between Benefits and Barriers of AAL Technology Usage

Heek

Gohr

Himmel

et al. 2019

Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population. Design for the Elderly and Technology Acceptance

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The role of technology for healthy aging among Korean and Hispanic women in the United States: A pilot study

Cited by 19 publications

References 30 publications

Hispanic Older Adult’s Perceptions of Personal, Contextual and Technology-Related Barriers for Using Assistive Technology Devices

Hispanic Older Adult’s Perceptions of Personal, Contextual and Technology-Related Barriers for Using Assistive Technology Devices

‘That's for old so and so's!’: does identity influence older adults’ technology adoption decisions?

Influence of Age on Trade-Offs Between Benefits and Barriers of AAL Technology Usage

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