Insights and Innovation
Insights from education experts, therapists, and social work teams on how AI and XR technologies are being applied in teaching and rehabilitation.
[13th Geriatric Fund] 5 major guidelines for purchasing gerontechnology products
As Hong Kong's population continues to age, the Social Welfare Department has launched the "Innovation and Technology Application Fund for Elderly and Rehabilitation" (referred to as the I&T Fund) to actively promote the introduction of innovative technologies in elderly and rehabilitation service units to enhance service quality, improve the quality of life of service users, and support the work of frontline care staff. Entering the 13th phase of the Gerontology Fund application stage, in addition to selecting suitable gerontechnology products, service organizations must clearly state in the application form how the products meet the fund's assessment criteria.
Immersive virtual reality technology allows the elderly to regain their youthful journey
With the rapid development of science and technology, immersive virtual reality technology is gradually being used in various fields, and one of the most significant virtual reality applications is to provide the elderly with spiritual and physical fun and a wonderful journey of rejuvenation.
Cross-sector collaboration: synergy with the Hong Kong Council of Social Service
Motive Power works hand in hand with the Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) to continuously optimize home-based elderly care products through the gerontechnology innovation platform and user participation testing, improve the elderly’s rehabilitation exercises, cognitive training and quality of life, and promote the development of smart elderly care.
A new era of gerontechnology
In recent years, gerontechnology has become an important trend in the field of digital technology, not only leading the advancement of medical care and quality of life, but also bringing new experiences and opportunities to the elderly. Driven by this technology, the applications of virtual reality (Virtual Reality, ) and mixed reality (XR) have gradually penetrated into the lives of the elderly, bringing them an unprecedented wonderful world.