Head of Global Support · System Operations Manager · Escalation Manager · Enterprise Support Engineer
Kamstrup · Sennheiser · Jabra (GN) · CA Technologies · Alfa Laval · Garmin · IBM · Lexmark · Olivetti · UDI
Worked from Denmark, Norway, Italy, India, Germany and the USA.
Personal explorations of how technology might support personhood and everyday life for older people. Drawing on person-centred approaches (including Kitwood’s emphasis on comfort, identity, attachment, occupation and inclusion), these concept studies examine ways to reduce unnecessary dependence while protecting dignity. Concept studies only — not finished products.
Mobile aid for short indoor moves (bed to toilet). Helps with sit-to-stand and limited transport while the person remains as independent as possible.
Open question: how much physical securing is compatible with a sense of control and identity during a short transfer.
Depth-sensing (no camera) device that gives simple spoken step-by-step help for toileting and hygiene. Privacy first.
Observation: once the sequence is known, shorter prompts better preserve a sense of competence.
Normal-size stick vacuum with vision that detects dirt and gives directional voice cues (“left”, “right”, “forward”). Aimed at people with low vision or limited mobility.
The cue should end as soon as the task is complete, supporting occupation without unnecessary direction.
Well-sealed garment with inlet/outlet tubes for a short external wash cycle. Explores reducing the need for full transfers for cleaning.
Acceptability depends on whether the connection feels quick and under the person’s control.
Large bed that moves to sitting position. Sections open so a stable toilet unit can dock underneath, cover the area, wash, and dry. Then everything closes and the bed returns to sleep position.
Aims to protect comfort and privacy by reducing transfers. Reliability of docking and skin safety remain open.
Compact wheelchair designed only for moving into a fixed wash-and-dry enclosure in a normal bathroom. Person stays seated; system washes and dries; chair rolls out.
Supports inclusion in ordinary bathroom routines for people who can transfer but need assistance with washing.