Technology and Support.
Life Enhancing Technology
We understand how daunting it can be to try and keep up with all the latest technological advances. That’s where our LET (Life Enhancing Technology) team can help.
We provide assistance and education relating to technology and the online world, including:
- Help personalising and setting up new devices – laptops, desktops, tablets, smart phones, digital cameras, printers, etc.
- Assistance setting up email, Facebook, Google, and connecting with family online.
- Assistance choosing a new device (and assistance with the purchase if practicable).
- Installing and downloading antivirus software.
- Setting up and scheduling backups Video conferencing support.
Assistive Technology
Assistive technology is the use of equipment and devices to promote functional independence and enable you to remain independent while living safely in your own home. This service includes portable tools and gadgets, home adaptations, environmental controls and connective technologies, such as telehealth and other monitoring services. With this service, our clients are empowered to manage their own daily living activities and social connections, as well as their health and well-being, as much as possible.
The benefits of Assistive Technology include, but are not limited to:
- Increasing communication and social interaction with family, friends and the wider community
- Improved security and peace of mind for relatives and friends
- Timely responses to emergencies
- Relief and respite for primary carers
- Improved quality of life
- Enhanced health
- Safer mobility
See the technology in action.
Aids and Devices
Ask your Care Manager about the Aids and Devices we have that can help you live independently at home.
Medication Management
Automatic Pill Dispenser – Ideal for people who forget to take medications at the correct time, or who are at risk of mixing up their medications or those who find Webster packs and medication bottles hard to manage due to limited dexterity.
Everyday Assistance
- Handy Bar – for ease in getting in and out of your car
- Long-handled reacher
Personal Caring and Dressing
- Long handled lotion applicator
- Long-handled shoe horn
- Rigid leg lifter
