13 April 2005
The deployment of assistive technology in West Lothian has helped the council clinch the 2005 Healthcare IT Effectiveness Awards.
The accolade is recognition of the success of West Lothian's Home Safety Service and the positive impact of telecare solutions on primary and community care systems.
Thanks to the technology the system has been recognised as one of the most advanced social healthcare projects in Europe.
The judges commented: "This is a first class example of how assistive technology can be used to make caring for older people in the 21st century brighter for everyone. This project's vision and scope reshaped the models of care to promote independent living, prevent hospital admissions and reduce delayed discharges in West Lothian.
"The team knew what they wanted and faced the barriers and obstacles for change wholeheartedly to make this service work. There are huge lessons to be learned from this project team and their partners."© DeHavilland Information Services plc
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