CARDI report reveals 93% of older people feel safer at home when Telecare systems are used
A new report published by CARDI on "The Role of Telecare in Supporting Carers of Older People" has revealed that older people and their families feel safer and more independent when Telecare systems are installed.
See http://www.cardi.ie/userfiles/Telecare%20(Briefing%20Paper)%20Web.pdf for the full report.
Key Points
Use of Telecare in Scotland Survey Key Findings
Savings of £11 million made
1,200 hospital admissions avoided
Delayed discharge avoided in 500 cases
93% of respondents felt safer
87% of families felt less worried about their loved ones with Telecare in place
Telecare can be defined as the remote or enhanced delivery of health and social
services to people in their own home by means of telecommunications and
computerised systems. Telecare usually refers to equipment and detectors that
provide continuous, automatic and remote monitoring of care needs,
emergencies and lifestyle changes. It uses information and communication
technology (ICT) to trigger human responses, or shut down equipment to
prevent hazards. As well as helping older people to live in their own homes for
longer, telecare has the potential to support and help family carers.
