The goal of this dissertation is to investigate how a mobile technology solution can support the needs of informal caregivers. The objective of this research was dual: first to understand how a mobile technology solution can be used to answer the major issues of informal caregiving related to modern living and second to determine the features of a caregiver mobile solution that can support the informal caregiver with their care responsibilities. With these objectives in mind, a case study was explored, on the San Francisco based start-up The Weal Life. The Weal Life is a pioneer mobile technology solution in the informal caregiving industry which aligns its mission with the objectives of this dissertation. The Literature Review explored the main challenges of the caregiving industry, alongside informal caregivers’ concerns and needs. Through the case analysis on The Weal Life and the examination of two “holistic” cases, critical mobile features were presented in order to advance better technology solutions for informal caregivers.
Date of Award | 13 Feb 2017 |
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Original language | English |
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Awarding Institution | - Universidade Católica Portuguesa
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Supervisor | Susana Frazão Pinheiro (Supervisor) |
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- Informal caregivers
- Caregiver needs
- Mhealth
- Caregiving innovation
Making the case for innovation to support informal caregivers: an exploratory study on the most relevant characteristics of a mobile technology solution from the particular case of the weal life
Radoslav , A. (Student). 13 Feb 2017
Student thesis: Master's Thesis