Report Finds Technology Failing to Meet Needs of Older People with Hearing
  and Sight Problems
From: Medical Design Technology - 03/10/2016

Assistive technology developers and service providers need to do more to meet
the diverse needs of the rising number of older people with both hearing and
sight problems, according to a new report launched at the University of
Sheffield today.

Some people were skeptical or concerned about using telecare or assistive
technology, either because of past, negative experiences with equipment or a
fear it might mark them out as vulnerable. Some felt they were too old to
learn, while others were enthusiastic and said technology helped them manage
everyday chores, journeys, and routines.

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http://www.mdtmag.com/news/2016/03/report-finds-technology-failing-meet-needs-older-people-hearing-and-sight-problems

Link:
Keeping in Touch with Technology?
http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/socstudies/research/centres/circle/circle-news/ktt-sense-event-1.550173