Where going for walks may be more problematic is for the four out of ten people who get lost and turn up frightened and confused, miles away. But is GPS monitoring a sensible precaution that provides freedom to those with dementia and reassurance to their carers? Or is it an infringement of personal liberty with shades of criminal tagging? There are no easy answers. Real-time updates every ten seconds guarantee that family members are always aware of loved ones’ whereabouts. Walking technology can provide more independence and control for the person with dementia and less anxiety for their carer,’ says Hannah. ‘But it’s vital the person with dementia has their say. And it shouldn’t be a substitute for good care.’

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Over 2.3 million people in UK over the age of 75 were living alone in 2019. (source: Statista.com) Locate them if they wander or become lost Wearable GPS Bracelet. The elderly person wears the GPS bracelet, which is lightweight and comfortable to wear. It is designed to be unobtrusive and convenient for everyday use. You can call in for a two-way conversation whenever you need to - without the elderly person needing to do anything, as it answers automatically. They can also call you with the single touch of a button. Know if they suffer a fall, or panic

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Comfort is vital in healthcare, especially for elderly patients. Imagine being surrounded by cherished belongings, sleeping in your own bed – it does wonders for mental health during recovery and care. That’s why many families choose home care when loved ones are grappling with degenerative memory illnesses like Alzheimer’s. For this reason, research has shown that out-of-home mobility is valuable to caregivers of elderly patients experiencing cognitive dissonance and decline, lifting some of the weight of their task. Getting burned out as a caregiver is extremely easy to do, especially for the sandwich generation of adults caught caring for aging parents as well as growing children. I have one and it is invaluable.’ Norman admits he has no sense of direction. ‘You can argue all you like about ethics, but at the end of the day it saves lives. It’s as simple as that.’ Medical Guardian offers the Mini Guardian as an ultra-discreet wearable medical alert button device. Available in 3 colors, users can sign up to the subscription service to use the device. Built-in features include automatic fall detection and reliable coverage over Wi-Fi, GPS, and 4G cellular networks.

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A former colleague developed dementia. He wandered off and was found three days later in a small wood a few miles away. Sadly, he died on his way to hospital. What sort of electronic device could have been used to locate him sooner? There is an upfront charge for the SmartSole and then an ongoing annual service charge for the ongoing data use.Suppliers are usually members of the BHTA (British Healthcare Trades Association) and the TSA (Telecare Services Association). Possible products Consider the SOS panic button, a standout feature of the senior GPS bracelet. Should a senior activate it, the bracelet dials a preset phone number, enabling two-way communication. Isn’t that incredibly comforting? Being so small and cheaply made, the mobile and GPS reception is very poor, meaning patchy signals and inaccurate responses