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Aging well with smart technology.

Penny Cheek1, Linda Nikpour, Heather D Nowlin

  • 1University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center, USA.

Nursing Administration Quarterly
|November 2, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Smart home technology supports aging-in-place by assisting older adults with daily tasks and safety. This technology is crucial for meeting future long-term care needs and enhancing the role of nurses.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Health Informatics
  • Nursing

Background:

  • The aging baby-boomer population is increasing the demand for long-term care services.
  • Existing long-term care facilities face capacity limitations.
  • Many individuals prefer to age in their own homes (aging-in-place).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of smart home technology in facilitating aging-in-place.
  • To identify the benefits and challenges of implementing smart home solutions for the elderly.
  • To understand the implications for future nursing practices.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on smart home technologies and aging-in-place.
  • Analysis of smart home features relevant to elder care (e.g., emergency assistance, fall detection, medication reminders).
  • Discussion of potential benefits and concerns associated with technology adoption.

Main Results:

  • Smart home technology offers assistance for emergency situations, fall prevention, medication management, and support for sensory or cognitive impairments.
  • Key benefits include enabling aging-in-place, providing continuous monitoring, and improving psychosocial well-being.
  • Identified concerns include cost, technology accessibility, installation complexities, and potential misuse.

Conclusions:

  • Smart home technology is a growing trend that can significantly support aging-in-place.
  • The adoption of smart homes will reshape and expand the responsibilities of nurses.
  • Nurses must be prepared to integrate and manage smart home technologies in elder care.

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