Queensland Smart Home Initiative

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  • 1.09.2010: Positive Ageing Journey 2010 Cocktail Party at LifeTec Queensland
    Join us on Thursday 16th September 2010 at LifeTec’s display centre for a night of interesting fun and networking, drinks and nibbles ...more

  • 1.09.2010: Positive Ageing Journey 2010 - Event
    Join us on Friday 17th September 2010 for a day with experts offering insights into extending independent living, managing your finances, keeping your brain healthy and active and a wide range of other exciting topics. ...more

  • 12.07.2010: Connections in Aged and Community Care Research Symposium
    Connections in Aged and Community Care Research Symposium, ACU 2nd July 2010: Presentations are available from the Media Room located on the left....more

  • 25.06.2010: LifeTec Queensland Townsville Display Centre - Opening Saturdays
    LifeTec Queensland's Townsville Display Centre will be extending their opening hours to include Saturdays from 3rd July....more

  • 15.06.2010: Announcing Additional Outreach Trips for LifeTec Queensland
    With an overwhelming need and response from previous trips, LifeTec Queensland will be increasing the frequency of it's regional trips, state-wide. The continued expansion of additional regional outreach trips will commence from June 2010....more

  • 8.06.2010: Participate in a UQ Project for Seniors
    What do you think of the appearance of safety grab rails for bathrooms? Here is your chance to give your opinion on their design. Only 30 minutes of your time is needed. if you are interested and aged 50-64 read the Grab Rail Research Project Information and Participation Letters to learn more. ...more

  • 2.06.2010: Queensland Smart Home Demonstrator officially opened 28th May 2010
    The new Queensland Smart Home Initiative (QSHI) demonstrator at Newmarket was officially opened by Deputy Premier Paul Lucas on Friday the 28th May...more

What is assistive technology?

Assistive technology is a device or system that provides people with practical solutions to everyday life activities.

Assistive technology can help people to:

  • Look after loved ones by assisting with showering, dressing, and eating
  • Make mobility safer and easier
  • Open jars and turn taps on and off
  • Make computers easier to use and screens clearer to read
  • Ensure personal safety by using personal alarm systems at home
  • Make recreational activities much easier
  • Plus countless other ideas

Follow this link to read more about assistive technology.

 

Towards Easier Living

LifeTec Queensland provides information, education, and consultation on how assistive technology can improve your quality of life and maintain your independence in the community.

Every day, LifeTec provides the knowledge and skills on how assistive technology can help people from all walks of life:

Choose the right assistive technology with help from a health professional

Keep up-to-date with our education programme

We can tailor any of our services for the indigenous community

A group of family carers discover a range of assistive technology that can help them care for their loved ones at home for longer and prevent admission to a nursing home.

A child with cerebral palsy trials a switch to enable him to use a computer and remain at his regular school.
A woman with multiple sclerosis discovers a scooter to help her access the community and continue to self-manage her health.

Indigenous health workers attend an information session on equipment suited for remote areas to enable their ageing elder to remain in the community.

An elderly gentleman trials a variety of pressure care cushions to reduce his chances of developing pressure sores.

A person with a mobility impairment trials a power wheelchair.
A group of special education teachers update their skills and knowledge on assistive technology for children with a disability.

A group of occupational therapists receive expert knowledge on the range of hoists available for lifting and transferring clients with a disability.

Follow this link to read more about LifeTec's services. 

 

 

LifeTec Queensland was formerly known as the Independent Living Centre Queensland.