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Technology is quickly becoming an integral part of care systems across the world and is frequently cited in policy discourse as pivotal for solving the 'crisis' in care and delivering positive outcomes.
Exploring the role of technology in Europe, Canada, Australia and Japan, this book examines how technology contributes effectively to the sustainability of these different care systems which are facing similar emergent pressures, including increased longevity, falling fertility and the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
It considers the challenges and opportunities of embedding technologies in care systems and the subsequent outcomes for older and disabled service users, carers and the care workforce.

Contents:

1. Care Technologies for Ageing Societies: Setting the Scene - Kate Hamblin and Matthew Lariviere
2. Technology and Adult Social Care in England - James Wright and Kate Hamblin
3. Technology to Support Ageing in Place in Australia - Meryl Lovarini, Kate O'Loughlin and Lindy Clemson
4. The Role of Assistive Technologies in Homecare Delivery in Germany: Between Vision and Reality - Andreas Hoff and Bill Pottharst
5. Technology and Care in Canada - Arlene Astell and Janet Fast
6. Designing a Future in Longevity Societies: Integrating Long-Term Care and Technology-Based Services in Japan - Tomoko Wakui
7. Care Technologies for Ageing Societies: Key Lessons - Matthew Lariviere and Kate Hamblin