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  • Gerontology and Rehabilitation Technology
  • Assistive Technologies
  • Health Informatics

Background:

  • Elderly individuals and people with disabilities often face challenges accessing healthcare services.
  • Smart Home technology offers a potential solution for delivering care within a patient's residence.
  • Remote patient monitoring and smart home integration are emerging fields in healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the structures and mechanisms of Smart Homes for healthcare applications.
  • To explore the advantages and disadvantages of in-home care using Smart Home technologies.
  • To propose a model for understanding patient needs within smart home environments.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing Smart Home structures and mechanisms in healthcare.
  • Analysis of reported benefits and drawbacks for patients utilizing in-home care technologies.
  • Development of a conceptual model for patient-centered smart home care.

Main Results:

  • Smart Homes provide convenience and autonomy for patients needing care.
  • Potential challenges include technology adoption, privacy concerns, and cost.
  • The proposed model highlights the integration of technology with individual patient requirements.

Conclusions:

  • Smart Home technologies hold significant promise for improving healthcare accessibility and quality for specific populations.
  • Further research is needed to optimize the implementation and address the challenges associated with smart home care.
  • A patient-centric approach is crucial for the successful integration of smart home solutions in healthcare.