How can patients be supported in their efforts to communicate their needs? Which communication aids are beneficial for which patients? What tools are there for people with disabilities to control computers or tablets? All of this is the topic of one of the 25 workshops that will be presented as part of the Integra trade fair presented by OÖN from next Wednesday, June 8th to Friday.
Around 200 exhibitors
At the fair there is not only theory, but also practice for both patients and nursing staff – especially caring relatives. Around 200 exhibitors will also present numerous technical aids that can make everyday care easier.
Such as the Lica app from the Regauer company Lica Life Core GmbH. This is a web-based documentation and support platform for caring for people in their usual environment. This allows you to document important values (blood pressure, blood sugar, etc.) as well as care and support services.
Another example is an interactive game table developed by the Ansfelden-based company Mindtab. Up to four people can play different games together on this, which train the brain or motor skills and promote mental fitness. In addition, the 43-inch (around 109 centimeters) large touch display of the Mindtab is designed in such a way that it can be individually adjusted.
Sensors detect movement
In addition to these examples from Upper Austria, other technical innovations will be presented, such as the smart fall prevention cogvis AI, which uses 3D sensors to recognize the movements of people in the room. If the patient falls, an alarm is triggered automatically. The system can also be individually adapted to the circumstances. “There are so many technical possibilities to make everyday life easier for nursing staff and, of course, caring relatives. That’s why it’s important that these innovations are presented to a broad audience,” says VP Social Counselor Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer.
Trade fair manager Petra Leingartner emphasizes: “The topic of care is becoming increasingly important. At Integra we offer comprehensive information and further training opportunities for both nursing professionals and caring relatives.” In addition to the exhibitors and workshops, there are also daily lectures on a wide variety of topics.
And a separate sports zone, in which possibilities for adults, but also for children, are shown. A wide range will be shown, from e-wheelchair football to a table tennis challenge, boccia to wheelchair rugby and wheelchair basketball.
Ticket prices and program of the Integra
Opening hours:
Wednesday (June 8) and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m
Entrance fees:
adults 11 euros,
reduced 9 euros (young people from 14 to 18 years, students up to 24 years, military and civil servants, people with disabilities on presentation of a corresponding ID (from 70%), adults on presentation of a family card/pass, groups of 20 or more people (e.g School groups), OÖNcard, cardholders of various advantage cards, AK performance card
Special ticket for workshops 16 euros (note: this ticket is not valid as an admission ticket)
Getting there:
A free shuttle bus runs between Wels train station and the exhibition center every 30 minutes (from 8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. or on Fridays until 5 p.m.).
If you come by car: In addition to the free parking spaces, there are disabled parking spaces in a closed area directly in front of the two halls 20 and 21. On request, helpers can help with boarding and alighting. On the days of the fair, they can be requested by calling 0676/84 74 24 260.
Registration for workshops:
A total of 25 workshops will be offered as part of the fair. A fee of 16 euros must be paid for each workshop. The number of participants is limited, so a binding online booking is required at www.tickets.messe-wels.at. Remaining places are to be booked and paid for at the workshop cash desk based on availability. The workshops will take place in Hall 20 and Hall 21 on the first floor.
In addition, numerous lectures are offered, which take place in Hall 20 on the second floor and in Hall 21 on the first floor.
More information: www.messe-wels.at
Source: Nachrichten
