En undersökning om användandet avvälfärdsteknik inom äldreomsorgen

Sammanfattning: This study aim to investigate the implementation and utilization of welfare technology in elderly care, focusing on its benefits and risks by identifying knowledge gaps and challenges through previous research and our own data collection. By interviewing caregivers we tried to capture their perspective of both benefits and challenges to find out the optimal way to use welfare technology. The study also aimed to contribute to a better understanding of how welfare technology can be effectively and safely integrated to improve the quality of life for the elderly and facilitate caregivers’ work.   The findings of this study demonstrate that the use of welfare technology is advantageous for both care recipients and caregivers when used with care. These technologies enhance the safety and independence of care recipients while enabling efficient resource usage for caregivers. Increased independence for caretakers reduces the daily visits for medication and supervision, freeing up resources to provide care and support where it is most needed. Combined with the use of technical aids, such as cameras and sensors, it enables caregivers to streamline their work.   However, it is crucial not to view welfare technology as a solution to the caregiver shortage but rather as a complement to provide the best possible care while ensuring that the caregiver personnel are sufficient.