The use of technology among home care agencies in the care of adults with dementia

People with dementia make up a large proportion of all elderly people who receive hands-on care provided by home care aides in home and community-based care (HCBC). The adoption of emerging technologies in the home may help older adults navigate physical, social, and cognitive challenges, including adults with dementia. In addition, technological advances have the potential to substantially alter workforce needs and mitigate a portion of the rising workforce demand. However, how home care agencies are employing technologies is not well understood, and there is a general lack of published evidence of efficacy. The goals of this study are to identify how technology is used in HCBC, how it impacts the home care workforce, and how it impacts perceived health outcomes for adults with dementia is an important step in understanding how adults with dementia can continue to age in place. ​