Assistive Technology for adults with ADHD and people with severe head injuries a new program for Cognitive Assistance
The Swedish Institute of Assistive Technology, Swedish National Association Attention and Swedish Association for Rehabilitation of Head Injured Persons run the project – Cognition and Technology (CogniTech) from 2004 to 2009. Project manager was Catarina Brun.
The aim of the project is to develop new forms of assistance in the home, in studies and at work for people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD and people with severe head injure.
The aims of the project are
- Test and study the effect of the use of assistive technology can have for the target group
- Investigate the availability of assistive products for use in ordinary home, at work and in studies
- Initiate development of new products, apply technologies and methods in the area. Special funding is allocated for this purpose
Using innovative solutions for the target group
We have started by introducing assistive technology in the participant’s homes to support them in daily life for a period of three year.
When we talk about assistive technology we use the concept in a broader sense.
To some extent it can be ordinary products that are useful for the target group when coping with ordinary function in daily life.
With the help of different products /assistive devices they are also given the opportunity to take charge of their own lives and become confident, independent and active in their everyday lives.
Expected Results for users
- Increased independence, increased self – assurance, improved social contacts.
- Reduced dependency on personnel, friends and relatives as caregivers.
- Increased quality of life
- Reduced costs for assistance and institutional