Topic outline

  • General

  • What is Smart Technology?

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      This video introduces the idea of smart technology - what we mean by ‘smart’ technology, and what it can do for us. Find out more about the kinds of technologies that can support people to ‘live well’. 

  • What can Smart Home Technologies do for you?

     

    • What can Smart Home Technologies do for you? Page

      Smart home technologies can make it easier to control things in our homes like lights, stoves, appliances, doors or temperature. They can also help with feeling connected and staying safe. Find out more about the types of technologies that can help with living well at home.  


  • Smart Device Apps

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      In this video we talk about smart device apps and how they can help with doing the things you enjoy, keeping up with daily life and staying in touch with others. Many are free of charge, and you can begin using them right away.

  • Staying Connected with Social Media

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      Staying socially connected is one of the keys to 'living well'. Social media is one of the easiest ways to stay connected with people you love, join online communities and find support. In this video, we explain what social media is, the benefits of using social media and ways to use it to stay connected. Watch to find out more.  

  • Apps for Wellness

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      Wellness apps can offer simple, low cost or free options for improving health and wellness. Find out about how apps can help support active living, healthy routines and mental and physical wellbeing. 

  • Finding your way

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      Location and GPS technologies can be a great way to feel safe and reassured, and keep you doing the things you love doing. Find out more about how smart technologies can help with keeping in touch and finding your way in the community.  

  • Health Technologies

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      There are many health technologies these days to help manage our overall health and keep track of health measurements. Find out more about how smart technologies can help us keep track of body measurements, maintain a healthy weight, stay strong, and keep an active lifestyle.


  • Managing Medications

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      A good medication routine is vital for making the most of medications and can have a positive impact on health and quality of life. Find out more about smart technologies that help with remembering, managing and organising medications.

  • Prompts and Reminders

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      Sometimes it can be hard remembering everything we need to do. Smart technologies can be useful when it comes to setting reminders or scheduling daily events and appointments. Reminders and prompts on our smart devices can help with remembering what to do and keeping daily life organised.


  • Reminiscence

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      Reminiscence plays a huge role in our day to day lives and contributes greatly to improving our mood, memory and overall wellness.  There are a number of smart technologies that can be used for remembering, sharing or reflecting on past events and special memories.


  • Smart Lighting

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      Many people are trying out the benefits of smart lighting in their homes. Smart lights can be programmed to give off the right amount of light when you need it, and help make homes safe and secure. Find out about the kinds of smart lighting you can use around the home.


  • Smart Door and Security Options

    • Smart Door and Security Options Page

      Feeling safe and secure at home is important and there are technologies out there to help provide us with the tools we need to live securely in our own homes. Watch this video to find out more about smart doorbells, camera and door locks.


  • Smart Sensors

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      Smart home sensors let you know when there is something to be concerned about, when you’re at home or away from home. Find out about technologies that let you know when there are safety risks like smoke, fire, gas or flooding, doors opening or unusual activity around the house.


  • Smart Speakers and Home Assistants

    • Smart Speakers and Home Assistants Page

      Smart speakers like Google Home or Amazon’s Alexa can be a low-cost everyday way to turn your home into a simple smart home. Find out how you can do a number of things just by using your voice – like play your favourite music, check the time, or set up alarms and reminders.


  • Call Systems: Staying Safe at Home

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      Emergency call systems keep people in contact with help when they most need it. Find out about smart technologies and sensors that you can use to call for help, keep in touch, stay safe at home or detect falls. 


  • Staying in Touch

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      Staying in contact with friends, family and services is an essential part of our lives. Smart phones, tablets and apps have changed the way we connect and interact with each other: find out about ways to use technology to make calling and staying in touch easier.