Assisted Living Technologies for Older and Disabled People in 2030 (UK)

Steve Hards

A new report  for Ofcom by consultancy Plum looks at Assisted Living Technologies for Older and Disabled People in 2030. It highlights the potential of technology not just for telecare and telehealth, but also in terms of supporting “wellness”, improving social interaction, and helping older people work for longer. Will there be a Moores Law effect, with cheaper equipment, universal broadband and a move away from specific products to mass market devices? David Sinclair from the International Longevity Centre has a useful write-up about the report. Read it here.