1. A N I NTRODUCTION T O E MPOWERING O LDER A DULTS W ITH A SSISTIVE T ECHNOLOGY TO S HOP, C OOK AND E AT COACH Project Funded by the USDA-CSREES Grant # 2007 – 04890 awarded to Oklahoma State University (W. Brosi, J. Johnston, J. Hermann, L. Jaco) Educator Name, CO. & contact info.

2. A GING I N T HE US 1 in 5 US citizens will be over 65 by 2030. The largest surge of growth will be among those 85+.

3. O VERVIEW O F T HE C URRICULUM / L ESSON C ONTENT Aging & associated changes Importance of nutrition in later life The role of shopping, cooking, and eating on the physical and social well-being of adults Value of AT and older adult quality of life Meet Ida

4. M EET I DA : A G ENERAL I NTRODUCTION

5. G UIDING N OTION Engagement + Informal Support + Formal Support (older adult) (family) (community) = Empowerment = Positive outcomes for using AT to shop, cook, & eat for positive health

6. T HE W HOLE P ERSON A PPROACH T O H EALTHY A GING

7. W ITHIN T HE I NDIVIDUAL, F AMILY AND C OMMUNITY Individual Key Influences Interaction between key influences Broader Influences Societal Influences

8. I MPORTANCE OF N UTRITION I N A GING Healthy eating and physical activity can improve quality of life Help keep the body healthy Lower the risk of some disease conditions

9. N UTRIENT N EEDS O F O LDER A DULTS Although the nutritional needs of older adults are about the same as for younger adults, there are a few differences As a result, older adults need to pay attention to the quality of their diet

10. N UTRIENT N EEDS OF O LDER A DULTS Water Calories Protein Fat Fiber Vitamins and Minerals

11. M EETING N UTRIENT N EEDS The USDA Daily Food Plan is the best tool to help older adults get the variety and amount of nutrients they need every day

12. USDA D AILY F OOD P LAN The amount of food recommended from each USDA Daily Food Plan food groups is based on calorie needs Calorie needs for older adults vary widely from 1,600 to 2,600 calories per day based on gender, age and activity level Personalized nutrition recommendations based on gender, age and activity can be found at www.choosemyplate.gov

13. S HOPPING, C OOKING & E ATING Many physical, psychological, sociological, and economic factors may affect older adults’ abilities to shop, cook, and eat. Older adults who have difficulty with shopping, cooking, and eating are at higher nutritional risk.

14. T HE I MPORTANCE O F & D EFINITION OF AT AT is any device or piece of equipment that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capability. AT tools exist to assist individuals with sensory, dexterity, and mobility, along with other dimensions. Guidelines for selecting AT

15. G UIDELINES F OR S ELECTING A SSISTIVE T ECHNOLOGY Determine the goal Complete assessments Choose a device/system Select a vendor Seek funding Determine training needs Conduct Follow-up

16. W HY A SSISTIVE T ECHNOLOGY ? Many individuals have needs that go unmet. This compromises: Safety Independence For example… Results: Empowerment Increased quality of life And many other benefits

17. E XAMPLES OF AT T OOLS AND G ADGETS

18. F OLDING S HOPPING C ART Description: Heavy-gauge, water-repellent vinyl cart with smooth rolling wheels Ideal for toting books, groceries, laundry, beach supplies, etc. Assists With: Strength, dexterity, stamina Mobility During shopping Post-shopping

19. EZ C ARRY H ANDLE Description: Arthritis friendly handle Designed to carry grocery bags, shopping bags, etc. Can hold up to 50 lbs. Assists With: Strength, dexterity, stamina Mobility During shopping Post-shopping

20. M AKE N T AKE : EZ C ARRY H ANDLE

21. L OW V ISION KIT ( WRITING GUIDES, 20/20 PEN, BOLD PAPER, BUMPS ) Description: Writing tools for adults with vision problems Assists With: Sensory Strength, dexterity, stamina Pre-shopping During shopping

22. D OUBLE S PATULA T URNER Description: Nylon coated, joined spatulas Allows you to firmly grasp food Dishwasher safe Assists With: Strength, dexterity, stamina Cooking

23. R OCKING T-K NIFE W /C ASE Description: Large, wooden handle Stainless steel, double-edged blade Makes cutting food easier, requiring less strength & dexterity Assists With: Strength, dexterity, stamina Mobility Cooking Eating

24. N OSEY D RINKING C UP Description: Tumbler has a cutout for nose Allows for proper head/neck positioning when swallowing Assists With: Strength, dexterity, stamina Mobility Eating

25. F OOD B UMPER G UARD Description: Practical for people who tend to push food off the plate Plastic bumpers fit plate diameters 9 to 11 inches. Assists With: Strength, dexterity, stamina Sensory Mobility Eating

26. C ONSIDERATIONS F OR F UNDING AT Types Public, private, low-interest loans Factors that are considered when qualifying Age Disability Income Is it for education? Work? A medical need? Information needed before calling Oklahoma ABLE Tech 800-257-1705 or 888-885-5588

27. I MPORTANCE O F S UPPORT Individual Family Communication Active listening Shared goals Decision making Community Engagement

28. T HANK Y OU Educator Name, County, & Contact Information Oklahoma ABLE Tech 800-257-1705 OR 888-885-5588 http://okabletech.okstate.edu