Resident Activities with Minimal Supervision
Resident Activities with Minimal Supervision
Problem Statement
A crucial element of senior care is fostering engagement and independence while minimizing the need for direct supervision. CLIQ is seeking solutions that promote cognitive stimulation and recreational opportunities for its residents, including those with dementia or memory-related conditions. 2.1 Memory Care & Independent Leisure Activities Providing meaningful and engaging activities that residents can independently initiate and participate in without requiring constant supervision from staff is a priority.
Business Case
Call to Action: Innovators interested in addressing these challenges are encouraged to propose digital health solutions that align with the CLIQ’s needs. Community engagement and user feedback will be integral to refining and implementing these solutions for maximum impact.
Goals
Desired Features: Digital or physical recreational tools designed for residents with dementia; Interactive applications that encourage cognitive engagement, memory recall, and social interaction; Leisure pursuits that can be conducted independently, fostering a sense of autonomy; Activities that are adaptable to varying levels of cognitive and physical ability. We are aiming at solutions that are: -Cost-effective (both upfront and any ongoing costs to sustain the solution) -Integrate into existing workflows -User-friendly; human-centered design; Universal design considerations -Ability to scale and sustain
Seeking
- Funding
- Innovation
- Connections/Partnerships
Organization Description
The Brenda Strafford Foundation (BSF) is dedicated to advancing care, wellness, and social impact through a comprehensive range of services including Aging Care & Senior Living, Community Supports for domestic violence, International Healthcare, and Research & Innovation. CLIQ is a centre at the BSF that drives continuous innovation, learning, and quality improvement and forms alliances and crafts innovative solutions that promise far-reaching impact on the future of work, aging, and community support systems, solving challenges from the inside, out.
Criteria for Applicants
Innovators interested in developing digital health solutions aimed at older adults, cultural inclusivity, language inclusivity, cognitive and physical limitations.