Device Categories
Click to see how each device falls into the following categories: Independence promoting technology, health promoting technology, and safety promoting technology.
Microwave with voice assistant
Independence promoting technology.
For some, the use of buttons may be a barrier to use of a microwave. Voice assistants can promote independence by providing an alternative accessible means of cooking a meal.
Flic Button
Independence promoting technology.
Although smart home technologies can often be operated from an app on the phone or use of a voice assistant, for some the easiest method of operating a technology might be to use a button. The flic button is wireless and can be placed anywhere in the home to offer an easy and convenient way to operate technologies.
Task Analysis Application
Independence promoting technology.
Some tasks are too complex to remember every step. Instead of a person providing prompts for individual steps, a Task Analysis Application can provide step-by-step scenarios electronically and autonomously for any task.
Automatic Medication Dispenser
Health promoting technology.
Automatic medication dispensers enhance one’s ability establish and maintain consistency with medication adherence. One part of this is accountability. By sharing access to history of doses that are taken on time and doses that are missed, one can get support when necessary.
Smart Watch
Health promoting technology and independence promoting technology.
Smart watches have features that may enhance independence such as reminders, including discreet vibration reminders to concentrate on a task. Smart watches can also be used to share information about exercise routines and goals with trusted friends and caregivers.
Automatic Range Shut Off
Safety promoting technology.
If someone forgets about a meal and walks away while the stove or oven are still in use, there is increased risk for a fire. Adding an automatic shut-off to an existing range can reduce the risk that a fire will get started. When someone forgets and walks away the range shuts down, which may prevent a fire.
Video Doorbell
Safety promoting technology.
A video doorbell provide access to a view outside the door from anywhere. This information reduces the risk of opening the door to someone untrustworthy. For added security, access to the camera can be shared with someone outside the home who can help to identify times that the visitor is trustworthy or untrustworthy.
Automatic Door Lock
Safety promoting technology and independence promoting technology.
Automatic door locks can promote safety by automatically locking if someone forgets, providing an option to lock the door remotely from anywhere, and by providing details about when a door may not be shut or locked
These devices also promote independence because they offers alternatives to key entry. If someone has difficulty using a key, they can still access the with alternative methods (smart phone, switch, fob, biometric sensors, etc.).