Connected Living
Connected Living gives you and your loved ones peace of mind to help you stay safe, happy and living independently.
How Telecare Can Help Those With Dementia
People with dementia face many challenges in their daily lives. The introduction of telecare services can keep people with dementia safe in their own homes and give their relatives and friends confidence in their ability to live independently for longer.
Telecare Users Expected to Triple By 2020
The number of older people living in the UK is set to increase dramatically over the next 20 years. This means there will be a greater number of older people living in their own homes and striving to be as independent as possible. With this in mind, technology that provides telecare services for older people needs to be as reliable and efficient as possible.
Smart Homes Bring Added Safety for Older People
Smart homes could revolutionise the lives of older people in our society, according to a three-year study undertaken by researchers from Singapore Management University. Project SHINE Seniors involved installing motion sensors and panic buttons in the one-bedroom apartments of 50 senior citizens. These connected them to medical professionals and an emergency response team.
Bringing Telecare into the Mainstream
There are many obvious reasons why telecare is a good option for looking after vulnerable members of our society. It is fair to say that the time has come for telecare to be moved into the mainstream, taking its place as valuable and viable way to support people in their time of need.
Who Qualifies for Telecare Services?
Despite common misconceptions, telecare services are not just designed for the elderly. Anybody living with a chronic health condition can benefit from telecare and telehealth technology in their homes.
Invisible Army Of Unexpected Carers
New figures that have been released by Age UK showing that among the oldest people in society there is an army of carers who, by looking after their partners or mentally or physically disabled family members without any additional payment, are saving the health and care system up to £5.9bn per year.
Increased Budget For Telecare In Hampshire
By 2030, the number of people in the county over the age of 75 is expected to increase by 80 per cent, and Hampshire County Council’s plans for dealing with this growth include increasing spending on telecare to £20.7 million.