This initiative is a research and development project, aiming to create an innovative, secure, and privacy-preserving smart home system to support the health and well-being of elderly individuals living independently. By integrating technology, public health, and social sciences, the project addresses challenges such as social isolation and the need for assistance and safety. It adopts an interdisciplinary approach, involving social sciences, software development, smart environments & security.
Name in original language
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Initiative overview
As the population ages, it's essential to support elderly people in receiving care at home rather than moving into nursing homes. Solutions at the crossroads of technology, healthcare, public services, and social sciences can address two major challenges in home care: (1) combating social isolation and (2) meeting assistance and safety needs. The ongoing COVID-19 crisis has dramatically demonstrated the need for better care solutions for older citizens. The aim of this project is to develop a home care solution to assist elderly individuals who wish to remain in their homes and to coordinate the efforts of all stakeholders around them (social workers, caregivers, family, neighbors, etc.).
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
SIRRIS
