独居高齢者に対するタブレットを活用した集団作業療法プログラムの実践とその効果

Implementation and effectiveness of a tablet-based occupational therapy program for a single elderly individual living alone: A case study

要旨：独居高齢女性に対し，ICT機器（タブレット）を活用した介護予防プログラムを実施し，その効果について検討した．最初はタブレット操作に不安を抱いていたが，プログラムを通じて基本的な操作方法を習得し，日常生活での具体的な活用方法まで検討した．料理レシピの検索や家族とのメール交流を目標として掲げ，最終評価では，これらの遂行度や満足度が向上した．また，タブレットの活用と集団活動の相乗効果により，生活機能やQOLに向上が見られたことから，ICT機器を用いた介入が心理面や社会参加に肯定的な影響を与える可能性が示唆された．

　This case study examines the implementation and effectiveness of a caregiving prevention program utilizing ICT devices (tablets) for an elderly woman living alone. Initially, the participant expressed anxiety about operating the tablet; however, through the program, she acquired basic operational skills and explored practical applications in her daily life. She set goals such as searching for cooking recipes and communicating with family via email. The final evaluation showed improvements in task performance and satisfaction with these activities. Additionally, the synergistic effects of both tablet use and group activities led to enhanced functional abilities and quality of life (QOL). These findings suggest that interventions incorporating ICT devices may positively impact psychological well-being and social participation among elderly individuals.