THE USE OF INTERACTIVE COMPUTER SERVICES TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY-OF-LIFE FOR LONG-TERM-CARE RESIDENTS

Authors
MCCONATHA D MCCONATHA JT DERMIGNY R
Citation
D. Mcconatha et al., THE USE OF INTERACTIVE COMPUTER SERVICES TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY-OF-LIFE FOR LONG-TERM-CARE RESIDENTS, The Gerontologist, 34(4), 1994, pp. 553-556
Citations number
15
Categorie Soggetti
Geiatric & Gerontology
Journal title
The Gerontologist → ACNP
ISSN journal
00169013
Volume
34
Issue
4
Year of publication
1994
Pages
553 - 556
Database
ISI
SICI code
0016-9013(1994)34:4<553:TUOICS>2.0.ZU;2-1
Abstract
This study examines and documents the effects of interactive computer- based education and training on the rehabilitation of long-term care r esidents. This approach was found to provide mental stimulation and ch allenge, as well as improving practical skills which directly impact u pon the competencies and feelings of autonomy of the participants.