Document Type
Capstone Open Access
Faculty Supervisor
Volodymyr Voytenko
Co-supervisor
Magdin Stoica
Domain Experts
Kate Dupuis, Centre for Elder Research
Date of Defense
Fall 12-4-2024
Department
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology (FAST)
Program Name
Honours Bachelor of Computer Science (Mobile Computing)
School
Applied Computing
Description
Mind Keep is an application that aims to support people who are experiencing memory impairments, especially those living with Alzheimer's disease. The primary outcome of this project is to develop a mobile application that enables older adults with cognitive impairments to maintain their independence and sense of autonomy for a longer period, and reduce caregiver burden.
Abstract
Mind Keep is an application that aims to support people who are experiencing memory impairments, especially those living with Alzheimer's disease. Given the progressive nature of the disease, individuals diagnosed early have the best prognosis. Unfortunately, up to 75% of people living with dementia do not receive a diagnosis. Our app targets individuals whose Alzheimer’s diagnosis is not received early, or those who did not have the opportunity to slow down the disease's progression during its initial stages, as well as those whose memory impairments have become severe. The disease has no treatment, and current solutions primarily concentrate on slowing down the disease's advancement during its initial stages, thus leaving a significant portion of the affected population without adequate support. The goal of this application, Mind Keep, is to help these individuals by providing memory cues with augmented reality (AR) by placing markers in relation to the user's environment to help them remember important tasks. The app utilizes AR cloud anchors, a technology that enables the creation and sharing of AR experiences, to place markers that serve as memory cues for users. This allows the app to provide personalized memory aids that are tailored to each user's unique needs and preferences.
Recommended Citation
Diep, Tu Minh; Sotelo, Jerikka; and Al-Khishman, Teeba, "MindKeep" (2024). Student Capstones. 19.
https://source.sheridancollege.ca/fast_sw_mobile_computing_capstones/19