Terms used within this course

Digital health and care is a complex topic and many terms are not very easy to understand. This glossary provides an explanation of some of the commonly used terms.


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A

Apps

also known as mobile applications. They are programmes that you can access on smartphones or tablets.


Assistive technology

technology that supports disabled people or people with restricted mobility or other impairments. It helps with tasks that might otherwise be difficult.


D

Digital Champions

Digital Champions help others to build confidence and skills to get online. (SCVO)

More information can be found on SCVO's website. 


Digital tools

devices, apps or services that involve or relate to the use of computer or online technology.


E

Environmental Control Systems

Devices that can be installed in the home. They assist individuals to control everyday equipment and devices. This includes TVs, phones, doors and many more.


G

Games

interactive activities, that are often fun to engage in.


H

Home adaptations

tools which help people with limited mobility or additional needs. They are assistive technologies, for example, a personal alarm. They help people to live more independently or safely at home.


Home sensors

devices that can monitor aspects of your environment. For example, movement, air quality etc.


O

Occupational therapists

professionals who specialise in activities and tasks that are important to you. They help you to manage these everyday.


Online counselling

individual or group counselling to help with mental health concerns or to increase wellbeing. It can be accessed on the web.


Online peer support

advice and support from other individuals like you. It can be accessed on the web, on platforms such as discussion forums or blogs.


Online programmes

structured activities which you can access and take part in on the web.


Online training

structured and guided activities you can access and take part in on the web. They have a learning outcome associated with them.


S

Self management

Self management is a lot like self care. It is made up of the different actions and decisions you take to look after yourself. The only difference is that self management is talked about in the context of managing a long term condition.


T

TEC


Technology Enabled Care (TEC)

Technology enabled care refers to the use of telehealth, telecare and telemedicine. These services can help provide care that is convenient, accessible and cost-effective. They use technology to support people to live safely in their own homes. 


Telemonitoring tools

devices, apps or online programmes that you can use to send information about your health and wellbeing to a support worker or health professional. This can help them keep an eye on your condition and offer help when needed.


V

Virtual reality

an immersive environment created with the help of special goggles. The goggles can make you feel like you are in a virtual space.


W

Wearables

devices that you wear and which track certain aspects of your lifestyle or health. For example, steps, heart rate etc.


Website

a collection of online pages or portals. They hold information on specific topics, depending on their theme.



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