The best home security system for an elderly person is one that works well and is easy to use. It can also be coupled with home automation that makes things easier. That’s especially important for elderly people who live alone, and who may want to automate their home to handle the things they can’t do well anymore — or the things they often forget to do. But people who are elderly may still want to work on their own projects, and they can create some of the automated things they need in their own home.
While they probably don’t want to learn a programming language or explore the benefits and perils of an Arduino, they can certainly focus their efforts on out-of-the-box solutions that they can set up and use effectively. They could consider:
- changing out bulbs and following set-up instructions for smart lighting
- installing a Nest smart home thermostat to control temperature automatically
- adding a DIY security system to their home and linking it to compatible devices
By spending their time and effort on these types of simple projects, they’ll be safer and more secure, as well as more comfortable. That can also add to peace of mind, which is a good option for anyone — including elderly people who may feel more vulnerable or at risk than the younger population.
Home Automation Doesn’t Have to be Hard
There are many difficult and complex home automation projects, but that doesn’t mean they’re all like that. Many home automation options are actually very easy solutions to implement. These can be completed in a short period of time, and they’ll undoubtedly help anyone who needs and wants them in their home. They are also solutions that can be undone, so if a homeowner really doesn’t like them or wants to move on to something different in the future, they’ll be able to do so.
There’s no reason to make home automation complicated, when in many cases it’s something that’s easy to do and that homeowners — including those who are elderly — can handle pretty easily.
Once a home automation system is up and running, it’s something that generally continues to work well. That means a homeowner won’t have to spend a lot of time fiddling with it later, and that they will have little to worry about while the system handles tasks in the background.
Simple Projects Can Yield Big Benefits
With the right security system, home automation is a way to integrate everything into one place. Peace of mind and ease of use are both gained, and that’s a good way to feel really comfortable with everything that’s going on in a house. Especially as a person ages in place, they’ll want to make their house more automated and easier for them to use and care for. With all of the advances that are taking place in home automation today, more elderly people can age in place safely and feel protected.
Don’t be Afraid to Try Something New
If elderly people want to move toward more home automation projects, or something that’s more complex, there are usually plenty of ways to get some help and guidance. They shouldn’t be afraid to try something new. In this technological age, people need to keep moving forward, learning, and exploring. It can be very interesting to see what all can be found when it comes to automating a home, and how much easier it can make life for a lot of people.
Saftey & Security
Call Buttons
Wireless or wired Wall mounted call buttons and Pull cords in bathrooms, all of which can be centrally monitored for response and include acknowledgement feature that indicates response completion
Security Sensors
Security / Smoke Sensors
Sensors for smoke, gas leak and intrusion that can be centrally monitored and also provide local alarms. In emergencies, people presence can be detected in spaces based on motion sensors.
Remote control provisioning
Remote control provisioning
Occupants can control all basic items in their space- lights, fans, curtains and even door lock from a single remote.
Sensors for smoke, gas leak, and intrusion
Sensors for smoke, gas leak, and intrusion
Sensors for smoke, gas leak and intrusion that can be centrally monitored and also provide local alarms. In emergencies, people presence can be detected in spaces based on motion sensors.
