Remote telecare in an aging Dutch sample : critical factors predicting their intention to use

M.G.E.F. Antonietti, A. Barakat, C.T.M. Houwelingen, van, H.S.M. Kort

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Abstract

eHealth technology and remote telecare (RT) in particular have proven benefits for older adults who want to age-in-place. Although, RT is not fully adopted on a large scale by the Dutch senior population. This empirical study aims to predict the willingness to use RT by Dutch seniors with computer experience by means of a web based questionnaire. Demographic variables, experience with computers and other technology and expectations of RT are the input for the predictive regression model. Findings from the analysis (n=166) suggest that expected enhancement of motivation for self-care, expected usability, level of support needed and level of education are the main predictors for seniors' willingness to use RT. The found predictors will be used to construct a pilot course for seniors to introduce RT and exploring facilitating conditions that might contribute to a successful adoption
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAssistive technology : from research to practice : AAATE 2013
EditorsP. Encarnação, L. Azavedo, G.J. Gelderblom, A. Newell, N.-E. Mathiassen
Place of PublicationAmsterdam
PublisherIOS Press
Pages1229-1234
ISBN (Print)978-1-61499-303-2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Event12th biennial European conference of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe, (AAATE 2013) - Vilamoura, Portugal
Duration: 19 Sept 201322 Sept 2013

Publication series

NameAssistive Technology Research Series
Volume33
ISSN (Print)1383-813X

Conference

Conference12th biennial European conference of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe, (AAATE 2013)
Abbreviated titleAAATE 2013
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityVilamoura
Period19/09/1322/09/13

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