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Technology for Long-Term Care is a website that contains information on over 1,200 products that are designed to improve the quality of life and care for people in long-term care ssettings. The site focuses on technologies related to care issues, such as: fall prevention, wander management, leisure, mobility, and more. Our goal is to inform and educate long-term care providers and general consumers about available technology products.

www.TechforLTC.org is an I.D.E.A.S., Inc. research initiative
funded by the Department of Health and Human Services.

 


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Welcome to I.D.E.A.S., Inc. We are a research and consulting group that helps long term care providers-nursing homes, assisted living, retirement communities, home health agencies, the staff who work, and residents who live in these settings-create more resident-centered, resident-directed settings. Whether you're considering new construction, major renovation, or modest changes on a limited budget, call us (440-256-1880) to discuss how our services can meet your needs. All of our staff are Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS) as designated by the National Association of Home Builders.

New IDEAS
Adjustable IDEAS Assistive Wardrobe by Claflin

Do your residents’Wardrobe current closets make it difficult or unsafe for them to easily get their belongings out? Are they at risk of losing their balance? Looking for ways to incorporate culture change and person centered care into your program? Want to support resident safety and autonomy? Based on Universal Design principles, the IDEAS Assistive Wardrobe by Claflin targets these problem areas and more. Developed and studied for 5 years by Dr Margaret Calkins at IDEAS, the Assistive Wardrobe includes features that research has shown support the safety and independence of your residents. The wardrobe system is designed with durability, accessibility and flexibility in mind. It is available in different styles and finishes. We can also redesign your existing closets to incorporate the versatile and adaptable features of the IDEAS Assistive Wardrobe by Claflin

Features include:

  • 4 pull-out adjustable shelves
  • 1 ruby red grab bar for greater stability
  • 2 fully adjustable pull out clothing bars for easy access
  • 4 fully adjustable drawers with “see-through” fronts to help recall where clothing is stored
  • 1 ruby red basket on the door for everyday items
  • 1 door mirror and 1 clothes hook
  • An optional light that turns on automatically when the door is opened, especially useful when the room is dark.
  • The Assistive Wardrobe system is fully adjustable for each individual resident – No tools required!
  • Proudly made and assembled in the USA.

Specifications:

  • Available Colors: Acajou Mahogany (AM), Bannister Oak (BO), Oiled Cherry (OC), Select Cherry (SC)
  • Dimensions: 36" W x 24" D x 76" H

Options:

  • 18" LED light that turns on automatically when the door is opened, especially useful when the room is dark
  • Traditional crown molding - Solid Maple
  • Crown molding - Solid Maple
  • Black keyless door lock, CAM style, 1 per door

 


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Environment and Communication
Assessment Toolkit for Dementia Care
(ECAT)

Speech-Language Pathologists,
Nurses, and Occupational Therapists
Learn about this exciting new resource!

Available from
Health Professions Press


Environment and Communication Assessment Toolkit for Dementia Care (ECAT)

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