Bringing The Outside World In
Care Continuum
Technology
Central Health Action & Learning Kampung
Others
31 December 2023
Explore the use of VR to encourage communication by reminiscing past experiences and inspiring conversations. The project introduced VR to the elderly, showing its potential to enhance engagement and interaction; traditional activities retained.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Technology, Care Continuum, Digital Health, Virtual Reality, Chronic Care, Self Care, Intermediate and Long Term Care ＆ Community Care, Home Care, Augmented Reality
About this Content
Aims
Explore the use of VR to encourage communication by reminiscing past experiences and inspiring conversations.
Background
Homebound seniors with limited interactions; innovative ways like VR are explored to keep them engaged.
Methods
Conducted 1,760 hours of VR sessions for 60 clients over 12 months; trained 20 staff to facilitate sessions.
Results
Positive impact on emotions, behavior, social interaction, and cognitive activity; improved engagement between clients and caregivers.
Conclusion
The project introduced VR to the elderly, showing its potential to enhance engagement and interaction; traditional activities retained for others.
Lessons Learnt
VR tailored to elderly needs offers new opportunities but requires addressing discomfort for non-receptive clients.
Additional Information
Funded by South-West Community Development Council (SWCDC).
Keywords
Virtual Reality Technology
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Others |
Organization(s) Involved | NTUC Health |
Platform(s) | Central Health Action & Learning Kampung |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Zara Ei Zar Mon Kyaw |
Project Member(s) | Bernadette Nge Lay |
Connect with this contributor!
Sharon Ong - sharon.o@ntuchealth.sg
Project Attachment
126_NTUC_Health_CHALK_2023_Bringing_the_Outside_World_In.pdf