To assist with: Low vision, seniors. How it works: Accessible Prescription Labels: Talking, Large Print and Braille Labels and Prescription Readers Many pharmacies across the US and Canada are offering ScriptAbility accessible prescription labels to meet the needs of patients who are blind, visually impaired, or print impaired. The system…
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To assist with: Independent Living How it Works: LocateMotion identifies health trends and patterns in movement to reduce chances of wandering and help aging in place. We help seniors live independently and stay connected with caregivers through a customisable, scalable, simple solution. No input from seniors is needed – all…
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To assist with: Independent Living How it Works: NurtureWatch is simple to use–just wear it like a regular watch on your wrist. If you fall and need assistance, or have an emergency that requires assistance, simply press the red button on the watch and it will alert the people on your…
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To assist with: Independent Living How it Works: The Merkury Innovations Smart WiFi 720P Smart Wi-Fi Security Camera allows users to watch over their home and loved ones with quality recordings plus speak and listen to those on the other end. Motion alerts to your phone let you always know…
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To assist with: Detects dangerous heart rate/rhythm, detects falls, and issues SOS. How it works: The fourth-generation of the Apple Watch (Series 4; from $399) includes all the features found in its predecessor — such as support for Siri, Apple’s voice-activated personal assistant and a waterproof exercise companion, But for the…
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To assist with: Locating loved ones remotely. How it works: PocketFinder+ provides an ideal way for families and caregivers to keep track of the people they love. Ideal for children heading to or from school or after school activities and seniors who value their independence. It’s all about having peace…
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Category: Reminders/Memory Aid To assist with: Medication management How it works:This fully automatic, controlled pill dispenser holds medication dosages for up to 2 weeks and dispenses the right pills at the right times. Features audible and visual signals, and a long duration buzzer that sounds until pills are removed (up to…
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Online Demonstration To assist with: Hearing loss. How it works: All-in-one alerting system designed to notify user of alarm clock, doorbell, and telephone activity in their home with the Central Alert Audio Alarm Sensor capable of detecting activated smoke detector activity bundled with the package Alerts via built-in flashing strobe,…
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Available at no cost to individuals with hearing loss! To assist with: Any form of hearing loss. How it works: ClearCaptions is a free phone captioning service that provides near real-time call captions of phone conversations for anyone hard-of-hearing or with any form of hearing loss. Similar to captioned television,…
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Available for loan from STAR Training, Demo & Loan! To assist with: Medication reminders, behavior modification and self-monitoring related to aging, AD/HD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities. How it works: The WatchMinder is a simple wristwatch that can easily be programmed to set up discreet vibrating reminders throughout one’s…
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