Title: An Introduction To Empowering Older Adults With Assistive Technology to Shop, Cook and Eat
1An Introduction To Empowering Older Adults With
Assistive Technology to Shop, Cook and Eat
Educator Name, CO. contact info.
- COACH Project
- Funded by the USDA-CSREES
- Grant 2007 04890 awarded to
- Oklahoma State University
- (W. Brosi, J. Johnston, J. Hermann, L. Jaco)
2Aging In The US
- 1 in 5 US citizens will be over 65 by 2030.
- The largest surge of growth will be among those
85.
3Overview Of The Curriculum / Lesson Content
- Aging associated changes
- Importance of nutrition in later life
- The role of shopping, cooking, and eating on the
physical and social well-being of adults - Value of AT and older adult quality of life
- Meet Ida
4Meet Ida A General Introduction
5Guiding Notion
- Engagement Informal Support Formal
Support - (older adult) (family)
(community) -
- Empowerment
-
- Positive outcomes for using AT to
- shop, cook, eat for positive health
6The Whole Person Approach To Healthy Aging
7Within The Individual, Family and Community
8Importance of Nutrition In Aging
- Healthy eating and physical activity can improve
quality of life - Help keep the body healthy
- Lower the risk of some disease conditions
9Nutrient Needs Of Older Adults
- Although the nutritional needs of older adults
are about the same as for younger adults, there
are a few differences - As a result, older adults need to pay attention
to the quality of their diet
10Nutrient Needs of Older Adults
- Water
- Calories
- Protein
- Fat
- Fiber
- Vitamins and Minerals
11Meeting Nutrient Needs
- The USDA Daily Food Plan is the best tool to help
older adults get the variety and amount of
nutrients they need every day
12USDA Daily Food Plan
- The amount of food recommended from each USDA
Daily Food Plan food groups is based on calorie
needs - Calorie needs for older adults vary widely from
1,600 to 2,600 calories per day based on gender,
age and activity level - Personalized nutrition recommendations based on
gender, age and activity can be found at
www.choosemyplate.gov
13Shopping, Cooking Eating
- Many physical, psychological, sociological, and
economic factors may affect older adults
abilities to shop, cook, and eat. - Older adults who have difficulty with shopping,
cooking, and eating are at higher nutritional
risk.
14The Importance Of Definition of AT
- AT is any device or piece of equipment that is
used to increase, maintain, or improve functional
capability. - AT tools exist to assist individuals with
sensory, dexterity, and mobility, along with
other dimensions. - Guidelines for selecting AT
15Guidelines For Selecting Assistive Technology
- Determine the goal
- Complete assessments
- Choose a device/system
- Select a vendor
- Seek funding
- Determine training needs
- Conduct Follow-up
16Why Assistive Technology?
- Many individuals have needs that go unmet.
- This compromises
- Safety
- Independence
- For example
- Results
- Empowerment
- Increased quality of life
- And many other benefits
17Examples of AT Tools and Gadgets
18Folding Shopping Cart
- Description
- Heavy-gauge, water-repellent vinyl cart with
smooth rolling wheels - Ideal for toting books, groceries, laundry,
beach supplies, etc. - Assists With
- Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Mobility
- During shopping
- Post-shopping
19EZ Carry Handle
- Description
- Arthritis friendly handle
- Designed to carry grocery bags, shopping bags,
etc. - Can hold up to 50 lbs.
- Assists With
- Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Mobility
- During shopping
- Post-shopping
20Make N Take EZ Carry Handle
21Low Vision kit (writing guides, 20/20 pen, bold
paper, bumps)
- Description
- Writing tools for adults with vision problems
- Assists With
- Sensory
- Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Pre-shopping
- During shopping
22Double Spatula Turner
- Description
- Nylon coated, joined spatulas
- Allows you to firmly grasp food
- Dishwasher safe
- Assists With
- Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Cooking
23Rocking T-Knife w/Case
- Description
- Large, wooden handle
- Stainless steel, double-edged blade
- Makes cutting food easier, requiring less
strength dexterityAssists With - Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Mobility
- Cooking
- Eating
24Nosey Drinking Cup
- Description
- Tumbler has a cutout for nose
- Allows for proper head/neck positioning when
swallowing - Assists With
- Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Mobility
- Eating
25Food Bumper Guard
- Description
- Practical for people who tend to push food off
the plate - Plastic bumpers fit plate diameters 9 to 11
inches.Assists With - Strength, dexterity, stamina
- Sensory
- Mobility
- Eating
26Considerations For Funding AT
- Types
- Public, private, low-interest loans
- Factors that are considered when qualifying
- Age
- Disability
- Income
- Is it for education? Work? A medical need?
- Information needed before calling Oklahoma ABLE
Tech 800-257-1705 or 888-885-5588
27Importance Of Support
- Individual
- Family Communication
- Active listening
- Shared goals
- Decision making
- Community Engagement
28Thank You
Educator Name, County, Contact
Information Oklahoma ABLE Tech 800-257-1705 OR
888-885-5588 http//okabletech.okstate.edu