Practical assistive technology in elderly care: safe and smart solutions
This one-hour webinar will provide a practical, clinically focused overview of assistive technology options ranging from mainstream devices to affordable specialist equipment. The session will explore equipment that can promote safety without compromising independence.
Participants will leave with a clearer clinical reasoning framework for matching technology to clinical needs, enabling more confident and cost-effective recommendations in both community and residential settings.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify a range of assistive technology options, from mainstream devices to affordable specialist equipment
- Understand how assistive technology can enhance safety while maintaining independence
- Apply clinical reasoning to match appropriate technology to individual needs
- Make more confident, practical, and cost-effective equipment recommendations
- Consider the use of assistive technology across both community and residential care settings
Meet our Experts
Nicky is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 16 years of experience, specialising in disability, posture, and seating. She has worked in both in patient and community settings, and most recently served as a seating therapist within the HSE.
Ciara Fitzsimons has specialised in the field of Assistive Technology since 2001. With a background in Speech & Language Therapy, Ciara has worked across paediatric and adult settings, with a specific interest in how assistive technology can maximise function and real life independence.
Since 2025, Ciara has worked in independent practice, providing Assistive Technology assessments across Ireland and the UK. She also delivers professional supervision to clinicians, and provides training in the specialist areas of Assistive Technology.
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