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A pan-European social alarm system
1KITTZ, Groningen, The Netherlands. thie@kittz.nl
Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare
|June 26, 1998
Summary
The SAFE 21 project enhances social alarms using advanced technology for home and outdoor use. This initiative aims to improve accessibility and integrate telemedicine services for a wider user base, including excluded groups.
Area of Science:
- Technology and Innovation
- Gerontology and Aging in Place
- Assistive Technologies
Background:
- Existing social alarm systems have limitations in coverage and functionality.
- Certain user groups, such as the deaf, are currently excluded from social alarm services.
- There is a need to integrate modern technologies like telemedicine into existing care infrastructures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an advanced social alarm system for comprehensive in-home and outdoor use.
- To demonstrate the cost-effective integration of telemedicine services.
- To create a collaborative control center for multidisciplinary professional support.
- To ensure social alarms are accessible to deaf users.
Main Methods:
- Development of a neck-worn speech-pendant for in-home use.
- Utilization of radio, cellphone, and global positioning technology for outdoor functionality.
- Exploitation of existing social alarm infrastructure for telemedicine integration.
- Establishment of a shared control center for coordinated professional response.
Main Results:
- A versatile social alarm system capable of functioning both inside and outside the home.
- Demonstration of telemedicine integration at minimal additional cost.
- Implementation of a shared control center model for enhanced professional collaboration.
- Improved accessibility of social alarms for deaf individuals.
Conclusions:
- The SAFE 21 project successfully modernizes social alarms, expanding their reach and services.
- Integration of advanced technologies and a collaborative approach enhances user support and safety.
- The project addresses critical gaps in social alarm accessibility and telemedicine adoption.
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