Problems

Feb 5, 2021 | Ben's Blog

From Kevin, we learned about technologies that can empower Ben to be safe.  Each piece of adaptive technology addressed trouble areas that Ben and I learned about during his apartment stay.

Common issues we worried about:

  • Home entrances and exits – tricky, old locks, lost keys
  • Unexpected visitors
  • Medication dispensing
  • Wandering from home, getting lost
  • Fire and invisible CO detection
  • Overnight safety
  • Safety emergencies (intruder, sudden illness, a fall, power outage)
  • Cooking safety
  • Food shopping
  • Overeating (frequent night trips to the fridge)

I have posted videos about the technologies Ben and I chose from Safe in Home.  I will also post a special article about remote monitoring in Resources.