Cognitive Support Using New
Technology
- A theme of the Nordic Innovation
Network for Welfare Technology
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Cognitive Support Using New Technology
NORDIC INNOVATION NETWORK FOR WELFARE TECHNOLOGY
The aim of NIW is to enhance increased visibility, interaction, co-ordination and
sharing of knowledge between Nordic players in the field of welfare technology.
National experiences from one Nordic country will hereby form the fundament of
successful testing and implementation of similar solutions in other Nordic countries. The network focus on selected themes within the field of welfare technology.
The primary users of NIW are companies, public authorities & institutions and
circles of education and development.
Cognitive Support Using New
Technology
This theme initiated by the NIW puts focus on the use of new technology
to help structuring everyday life and to support memory for users diagnosed with ADHD, DCD, Asperger’s Syndrome, Tourette’s Syndrome, dementia, acquired brain damage, mental disorders etc.
The number of tools and relevant standard
The theme ‘Cognitive Support Using New
products is in rapid growth, especially
Technology’ deals with the technological
when it comes to third party applications
and methodical innovations and the expe-
and online services for mobile units like
riences derived from selection, adjustment,
tablets and smartphones – but also dedi-
implementation and follow-ups. The theme
cated solutions like digital organizing and
will also cover the conditions that must be
positioning with GPS.
present when using the new technology.
Apps
The possibilities that enable people and
enterprises to develop useful programs for
global electronic platforms have never
been greater. An application that meets
the needs of a person with a disability can
in spite of a limited local market become a
success due to the global market for apps.
Sharing of knowledge
In this LinkedIn group you are able to
share knowledge and experience with
other participants, discuss potentials and
pitfalls and exchange ideas for new and
better solutions.
With the NIW, we wish to create synergy
through the sharing of experiences and to
support the establishment of environments
where these new ideas can be developed.›
Join us on LinkedIn!
If your line of work is within this exciting
field, please join the group on LinkedIn
where you can share relevant experiences,
ideas, publications, projects, solutions,
worries and recommendations. We are looking very much forward to sharing knowledge with you in the NIW theme Cognitive Support Using New Technology.
Gunnar Michelsen, head of theme
[email protected]
Gunnar Michelsen is an experienced professional
within the cognitive field. He is moderator for the
LinkedIn-group of this theme in the NIW. Gunnar
is (cand. polit.) from the Norwegian University of
Science and Technology and works as a senior adviser for The Norwegian Labour and Welfare Service
(NAV), National Center for Assistive Technology and
Vocational Rehabilitation, Nonite.
Enter “Cognitive Support Using New Technology” on LinkedIn via the QR code.
Practical information
Secretariat: The Danish National Board of Social Services
Contact persons:
Henrik Svensson, [email protected], and Maria Holm, [email protected].
The Nordic Innovation Network for Welfare Technology (NIW) has been established
on initiative of the Nordic Centre for Welfare and Social Issues (NVC) and is financed
by the NVC and the Nordic Council of Ministers.