We present a comprehensive study of state-of-the-art algorithms for the prediction of sensor events and activities of daily living in smart homes. Data have been collected from eight smart homes with ...

Older adults, in particular, are a population in need of sufficient social connectedness to promote their well-being. While several studies have sought to investigate how social robots can help to ...

Texting Isn’t the First New Technology Thought to Impair Social Skills When Alexander Graham Bell introduced the telephone, skeptics worried about how it might affect people’s interactions ...

Today, the Unit publishes the report, Meaningful volunteer involvement in adult social care (ASC): Perspectives from diverse ASC providers, key informants, and evaluation of the NHS and Care Volunteer ...

A care-experienced woman says volunteering at a new social supermarket has helped her develop her communication skills. Rachel Fairless is part of a team running the new pantry at the Riverside ...

Beyond these direct financial gains, the integration of broader life skills and robust interpersonal abilities is crucial for fostering truly "wholesome adults" within your workforce.

Stoke-on-Trent's social care staff are for their "passion for improving people's lives".

Some universities in Canada are offering Adulting 101 classes to teach students basic life skills like doing your taxes or changing a tyre. Should Australian schools be doing more?