So how is universal design helping to deliver a new model of care which is more cost effective than traditional provision and ensures vulnerable adults are given the same life choices as others?
ATEL has been commissioned by a number of Local Authorities to scope and design a number of pilots. The pilots will test and be used as “proof of concept” to support and shape new models of care within the UK’s Health and Social Care sector.
The projects will initially focus on a number of new builds. The developments are supported living for adults with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, behaviour that challenges aswell as extra care housing. This sites have been chosen as they are new builds that have been constructed with the Universal Smart Living concept. This makes it perfect to test a “proof of concept” to support commissioners in the development of new models of care within the supported living and extra care sectors.
ATEL believes in open platforms that provide tools, modules and manuals which allow us to bring third parties to the platform with user specific services and applications to expand the service package which we can offer. This will not only increase the choice but also the quality of offered services.
Ideally, services are not platform dependent and therefore could potentially also “travel” with a person. For example, the service is offered at home on a television and in the train on a mobile device, making it possible that important data generated outside the home is returned to the home system.
We work on innovative techniques and using home sensor technology we could provide information on whether a person is moving, drinking or eating sufficiently. Accordingly, people could be told to move or eat more but it is also possible to motivate them with persuasive technologies. Serious gaming could play an important role in this by motivating people in a fun way to care for themselves which also increases the fun factor in their life.
We work with Health and Social Care Commissioners, Health and Social Care Providers, Registered Social Landlords, Housing Providers and Developers.
Health and Social Care Commissioners
ATEL assists commissioners by offering bespoke universal smart living solutions specific to an individual’s needs. This creates greater independence and efficiencies whilst still maintain high levels of quality care. The model also supports strategic development of existing and future specialist supported living environments that will support “The Right Care at the Right Budget at the Right Time”.
Health and Social Care Providers
ATEL provides Health and Social Care Providers with the technology and data to improve care, reduce costs and plan for the future. Through a range of integrated smart living technology solutions, we can ensure a scheme supports each individual’s requirements from the moment they move in, and for years to come.
Registered Social Landlords, Housing Providers and Developers
There is an urgent and growing need across the UK for effective accommodation for adults with a variety of supported living needs. ATEL works with Registered Social Landlords (RSL’s), Housing Providers and Developers to design and implement the universal smart living concept within specialist supported accommodation.
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