Staying independent: the role of technology
Source: SeriousIllness.org
Technologies abound to help us stay connected with loved ones. There are also many options to support your relative in living independently. Here are some options in the areas of safety and health.
Personal safety and home security
- Personal medical alert: Wearable devices that call for help. Most require the push of a button. Some can detect a fall automatically. Others can be used even when away from home.
- Fall detection: Video systems that scan the bottom 12 inches of a residence. This protects privacy but reveals if a person has fallen to the floor.
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Date: June 14, 2011
Categories: Emotional Issues, Hospice Care