Launched by the Harmony Garden Lutheran Centre for the Elderly, the project combines digital technologies with occupational therapy. Unemployed youth trained as gerontechnology instructors will provide “digital outreach rehabilitation services” to the elderly with the aid of gerontechnology products. They will also provide training plan combining gerontechnology and occupational therapy to frail elderly. A "Digital Technology Rehabilitation Database" on the use of gerontechnology products will be set up for public reference.
Grantee
Harmony Garden Lutheran Centre for the Elderly
Project Type
Innovative Project/Venture
Stage of Innovation Development
Start-up
Project Nature
Education and learning
Major Beneficiaries
Elderly
Approved Funding Amount
HK$3,000,000
Funding Period (months)
27
Status
Active
Impact / Expected Impact
By combining digital technology and occupational therapy, it is expected that 50 youths will receive vocational training in supporting the digital rehabilitation outreach service for 300 elderly in need.Project Website
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Contact
Tel: 2904 5647
Email: e10@hklss.hk