Future of an Ageing Population

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Future of an Ageing Population | Physical, Social and Technological Connectivity Demonstrators of innovative and disruptive technologies can enable people to experience novel technologies such as pervasive computing or smart homes, and promote awareness of potential developments 186 . Further development of standards may be important for helping with trust and confidence: for example a new International Standard (ISO 13482) has recently been released to address safety standards for personal care robots, which could lead to greater consumer trust and confidence 186,230 . Government has the potential to continue to embed digital inclusion in policy outcomes, and require that ICT products, systems and services paid for by the government include design features that are appropriate for older people. Some potential technological solutions for an ageing population may require innovative business models to make them financially sustainable, for example those requiring significant up-front expenditure, because older people may not want to spend money on or be able to afford these technologies. Government could consider playing a role in supporting these innovative business models, properly quantifying the benefits of successful outcomes (like keeping people mobile) and ultimately helping with costs for those unable to pay. Whatever initiatives are undertaken, there is always likely to be a group who remain unengaged with technology and who may require a different type of support. Policy Implication Technology can help to provide the solutions to challenges faced by the ageing population, and help to realise the benefits of longer lives. Barriers include a lack of skills and access, high cost, and older people’s assumptions about technology’s usefulness and affordability. 7.5 Increasing links between virtual and physical connectivity The distinction between physical and virtual connectivity will be less relevant in the future, as tools for digital connectivity will increasingly have the potential to enhance physical mobility. For example, through providing live departure information about buses on the internet or via text message (see Box 7.1 for other examples). However, as with other technologies for digital connectivity, there are barriers to the use of these tools. ‘Smart’ transport systems use technology within the transport system or linked systems to provide benefits, such as more personalised, efficient or safer transport. However, these systems need to be supported by suitable compatible technology, data and system infrastructure. Government may need to consider who can co-ordinate this infrastructure. P98
Policy Implication Virtual connectivity is increasingly likely to enable physical mobility with a range of benefits for social connections, health, wellbeing and safety. However, there are still likely to be barriers to the full realisation of these benefits. Box 7.1 Technologies to enhance physical mobility range from hi-tech and futuristic developments to the more effective use of current technologies: • Partially-assisted vehicles with features like rear-view cameras for reversing, blind-spot warning systems and auto-parking technology, could increase the independence of road-users with limited upper-body mobility. • Better electric bicycles, which provide riders with extra support on longer journeys or when travelling up hills, could enable older people to maintain/take up cycling. • Expansion of real time audio and visual information for public transport, for example at bus stops or on buses, can help individuals prepare for boarding or alighting from the vehicle. • Technology can provide a platform for older individuals to book and arrange to share modes of transport, for example 365 Response. Lift sharing is already common in rural communities but online lift sharing platforms and mobile phone apps have the potential to open up such schemes to a greater number of volunteer drivers and to make it easier for people to see available lifts. • Autonomous or near-autonomous vehicles could allow people to drive for longer into later life, preserving social networks and wellbeing and providing potential road safety benefits both for drivers and other road users. P99
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