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Promotion of active ageing combining sensor and social network data
Aritz Bilbao1, Aitor Almeida1, Diego López-de-Ipiña1
1DeustoTech - Deusto Institute of Technology, University of Deusto, Bilbao, Spain.
Journal of Biomedical Informatics
|October 4, 2016
Summary
This study introduces an Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) framework to support active ageing. It combines a social network with in-home sensor data to help older adults maintain independence and engagement.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Computer Science
- Human-Computer Interaction
Background:
- Increased life expectancy leads to a larger elderly population.
- Aging is associated with declines in physical and social activities.
- Older adults desire to live independently at home for longer.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) framework.
- To promote active ageing among the elderly population.
- To integrate social networking with in-home sensor data.
Main Methods:
- Development of an AAL framework within the SONOPA project.
- Combination of a social network platform.
- Inference of user information using in-home sensors.
Main Results:
- The framework aims to foster social engagement.
- It seeks to mitigate physical and social activity decline.
- It supports independent living for seniors.
Conclusions:
- The SONOPA AAL framework promotes active ageing.
- Integrating social networks and sensor data enhances elderly independence.
- This approach addresses the challenges of an aging population.
