Development of an mHealth Application to be Used in Assisting Caregivers

Proponent/s Name/s (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

Samantha Lianne Lim Cheong, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
Sofia Margarita Sison Cristobal, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
Precious Channe Esther Santiago Dioquino, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
Matteo Gonzalez Guanzon, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
Kyle Ian Jeffrey Lim Lim, De La Salle University, ManilaFollow
Judith J. AzcarragaFollow

Document Types

Paper Presentation

School Name

De La Salle University, Manila

Track or Strand

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

Research Advisor (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

Azcarraga, Judith, J.

Start Date

25-6-2025 10:30 AM

End Date

25-6-2025 12:00 PM

Zoom Link/ Room Assignment

https://zoom.us/j/91671316155?pwd=Hb7j1agtA6qZJDnxqIcbYpk9XZ5Wkh.1 Meeting ID: 916 7131 6155 Passcode: 005407

Abstract/Executive Summary

Assistive technology refers to any product, device, or system that helps individuals with their care and aids with tasks that have become difficult due to physical, cognitive, or sensory limitations. Within the scope of assistive technology are mobile health (mHealth) applications, which utilize mobile devices to provide healthcare services and information. Due to the mHealth applications' implementations on mobile devices, their adaptability is universal and accessible. This research aims to develop a mHealth application that is primarily accessible and designed specifically for caregivers by using their recommendations as the main references alongside literature reviews. It explores the features of mHealth applications designed to cater to patients, as they are currently the only available options. Furthermore, it examines challenges faced by caregivers in managing their patients’ information, particularly in relation to note-taking practices, scheduling tasks and appointments, and managing medications. To create the application, this study adapts the Kivy-based framework to create its graphical components, such as its widgets, layouts, and screens. The main features are immediately accessible on the home screen, occupying the majority of the interface, leaving only the three navigation buttons under them for the menu, home, and account buttons. These features are intended to ease the workload of caregivers and aim to be transformative as the demand for supportive tools for caregivers grows.

Keywords

mHealth application; caregivers; caregivers using technology; caregiver apps; assistive technology

Research Theme (for Paper Presentation and Poster Presentation submissions only)

Computer and Software Technology, and Robotics (CSR)

Initial Consent for Publication

yes

Statement of Originality

yes