Assistive technology wishes

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Geo08
Geo08 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Contributor
edited July 2024 in Housing and independent living
I've been thinking about this for a while... wouldn't it be great in our world of smartphones and nanotechnology if we could have some technology to help people live more independently.

I know there are many tasks that have been adapted but wouldn't it be great if there was a device that could wash/bathe and shower people without the need for carers (I'd buy one) or a device to help people use the bathroom with fewer transfers.

My question is, while I have a captive audience, what sort of tasks would you have automated?

(the inspiration for this post: http://ablemagazine.co.uk/assistive-technology-wishes/)

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  • JenniferU
    JenniferU Online Community Member Posts: 106 Empowering
    Hi @Geo08 - we actually just shared a question very similar to this on our Facebook page. BBC2 are creating a new TV show, they're looking for people whose lives could potentially be changed forever with a tailor-made invention.

    https://www.facebook.com/Scope/posts/10153620688544806

    I'm sure they'd love to hear from you!
  • peejays
    peejays Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener
    Rough and tumble play time with my boy, I need a robot for that, so I dont get bruised and bashed
  • NikiM
    NikiM Online Community Member Posts: 36 Connected
    Actually my husband is convinced we will be buying an automated cyborg to hoist and transfer our daughter in future! I would like one to do ironing!
  • Geo08
    Geo08 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Contributor
    It seems increasingly likely as budgets become tighter and tighter that more care will be passed to machines. I think as long as the individual stays in control this isn't a problem and promotes more freedom, independence and choice.

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