Programme: Louth
WHO Theme: Communication And Information, Community Support And Health Services
Health & Wellbeing Theme: Staying Connected
Funding Stream: Healthy Ireland Fund
Resources Required: Community Support, Financial, Paid Staff
Cost: 0-500
Description
25-30 older adults will be assessed following referral and provided with suitable technology to suit their needs and allow them to stay safe in their homes Alone runs the initiative which supports older people in their homes. The technology will allow them to manage their own health and well-being, remain at home safer for longer and continue to live independently. An Application hosted by NetwellCASALA will show the persons blood pressure, sleep quality, time in rooms, glucose levels and temperature in their home. If these are irregular interventions are made.
Aim of Initiative
Older adults living independently
Who is it aimed at
Older adults living independently
Steps critical to success
- Technology
- Older adults participation
- The correct proceedure in place
Challenges in Planning / Delivery
- GDPR
- Recruitment
- Technology
Outcomes / Benefits
- Independent living
- Addition to keeping people healthier for longer
- Research for future living
Evaluation / Report:
This project is hosted by Alone and is aimed at keeping people in their homes for longer and helping them live independently providing support where it is needed
Contact:
Mark Garvey, Louth County Council, Mark.Garvey@meathcoco.ie
Website:
https://www.louthcoco.ie/en/