Table 4 Benefits of smart home health technologies in the care of older persons
Main Benefits of Technologies | Mentioned by # of articles | Sub-Themes |
|---|---|---|
Continuous monitoring of the older person | 115 | a) Detection of abnormal postures, falls |
b) Provide information to allow better caregiving | ||
c) Detect declines in functioning | ||
d) Ensure safety | ||
e) Provide assurance | ||
Social interactions of older persons | 74 | a) Promote relationships between caregivers and older persons |
b) Facilitate communication with others | ||
c) Improve mental state and emotions | ||
d) Engage and form social bonds | ||
Promotes independence or independent living for older persons | 67 | a) Supports basic activities for daily living |
b) Reduce reliance on children | ||
c) Understand habits, personal routines and provides a sense of security | ||
Reminds older persons to self-care and self-management | 49 | a) Medication management |
b) Knowledge of own health conditions and medical information | ||
c) Promotion of a healthier lifestyle | ||
d) Memory aids | ||
Other opportunities and benefits | 75 | a) Reduce caregiving burden |
b) Improve well-being | ||
c) Support caregivers and healthcare systems | ||
d) Entertainment purposes |