The role of technologies in the everyday lives of older people

Holland, Caroline (2011). The role of technologies in the everyday lives of older people. In: Katz, Jeanne; Peace, Sheila and Spurr, Sue eds. Adult Lives: a Life Course Perspective. Bristol: Policy Press, pp. 151–160.

URL: http://www.policypress.co.uk/display.asp?K=9781447...

Abstract

This chapter describes some of the uses of current and emerging technologies which older people may use to remain socially engaged, as well as those designed to support independence and well-being.

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  • 30194
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  • Book Section
  • ISBN
  • 1-4473-0044-0, 978-1-4473-0044-1
  • Extra Information
  • Published in association with The Open University
  • Keywords
  • technologies; inclusion; older people
  • Academic Unit or School
  • Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS)
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  • © 2012 The Open University, compilation, original and editorial material
  • Depositing User
  • Caroline Holland
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