Monday, August 10, 2015

Aging gracefully with technology

What is Senior Living Automation?
Senior Living Automation is meant for the convenience, comfort and safety provided to the senior living facility integrated with advanced technology.

Why should one opt for Senior Living Automation?
For personal independence. With the Senior Living Automation, they can have complete control over the area of living. Also it helps them during an emergency.



How do Automation Solutions help them?
With old age, the lifestyle also changes. Some people suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, some show absent mindedness, loss of hearing, etc. These are the times when they require someone to attend to them. But given the busy schedules today, people are just in a hurry to rush to work and don’t have time even for themselves. Leave aside the parents. If they are hale and hearty, there is nothing to worry but the problem arises when they suffer from diseases. With no one to tend to them, their security becomes risky.

Even if you employ someone to look after them, you are under constant worry of their security. This is the time when technology comes to the rescue.

You could opt for the various automation solutions meant for safety and convenience of the elderly. They are user friendly and provide you with a sense of security.
Products dealing with automation solutions are mentioned below:
·         Remote Control
·         Safety Sensors
·         Centralized Call and Safety Monitoring System
·         Facility Management System

·         IP Camera
IP Cameras installed in the room enables the senior citizens to:
·         See who is at the front door without having to get up and check.
·         Converse with the person at the front door and provide remote access to enter the room without actually getting up to open the door.
·         Contact the concerned person in case of an emergency if the visitor happens to be a criminal, thief, etc.

Call buttons are solutions which can be used during an emergency. It is a device which can be carried along and can be pressed in case of an emergency. Pressing it would ring an alarm and the person would be attended with help or assistance immediately.
Automation solutions have become a trend now as it becomes easier for people to keep a watch on their loved ones and also ensure their safety.

Some parents wish to age at home ruling out the possibility of going to a nursing home. And to give in to their wishes and making it easier for them to live independently, turning to automation solutions prove to be the best option. This would make them feel independent and confident.
These solutions can also be operated through a smartphone or a tablet via a Smart App. This makes it all the more easier to operate devices remotely.


One of Mumbai’s leading companies, BuildTrack has been into the automation business for quite a long time now. It provides Senior Living Automation with customized features. To know more please visit http://www.buildtrack.in/.

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