This research paper examines assistive technology (AT) provision in humanitarian contexts, specifically in Bangladesh and Jordan. Through interviews and qualitative analysis framed by WHO's 5 Ps (Products, People, Provision, Place, Policy), the study identifies key gaps and challenges, highlighting the need for systematic integration of AT into humanitarian…
Rapid Needs Assessment of older people in Mount Lebanon
A Rapid Needs Assessment carried out by the Institute for Development, Research, Advocacy and Applied Care (IDRAAC), a member of the HelpAge global network in Lebanon.
The assessment highlights the critical situation facing displaced people in the district of Mount Lebanon amidst escalating violence, with further analysis on the situation of older people, including a large need for assistive technology.
The assessment highlights the critical situation facing displaced people in the district of Mount Lebanon amidst escalating violence, with further analysis on the situation of older people, including a large need for assistive technology.
Details
Publisher Name:
HelpAge International
Publisher Website:
https://www.helpage.org/
Publication Year:
2024
Languages:
English
Country or Region:
Lebanon
Categories:
Evidence and data, Report
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