Abstract
To develop technology-based service solutions for supporting the
independent living of elderly citizens, we conducted a user assessment study.
Six different service scenarios were created and analyzed in six focus
groups by young adults, elderly, and health-care professionals (n=29).
Results show that safety was viewed as the most significant aspect. The study
also showed that independent of age, most individuals take interest in
health related issues only when a clear threat is posed, even though health
in general is considered an important issue in life.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 29th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society |
| Place of Publication | Lyon |
| Publisher | IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers |
| Pages | 4041-4044 |
| ISBN (Print) | 1-4244-0788-5 |
| Publication status | Published - 2007 |
| MoE publication type | A4 Article in a conference publication |
| Event | 29th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society - Lyon, France Duration: 22 Aug 2007 → 26 Aug 2007 |
Conference
| Conference | 29th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society |
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| Country/Territory | France |
| City | Lyon |
| Period | 22/08/07 → 26/08/07 |