Low-cost smarthome automation system for elderly

Ardelean, Madalin; Munteanu, Radu; Crisan, Titus E.; Rapolti, Laszlo; Farcas, Valentin Ioan

doi:10.1109/mps58874.2023.10187565

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“…According to statistics (Bureau of National statistics, 2023) as of 1 February 2023, the average pension in the country amounts to 120,659 tenge (~270 USD). This low income limits access to high-tech solutions, making it important to develop affordable and cost-effective smart home systems for the elderly (Ardelean et al, 2023).…”

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Advancing affordable IoT solutions in smart homes to enhance independence and autonomy of the elderly

Akhmetzhanov,

Ozdemir

et al. 2024

J. Infras. Policy. Dev.

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There is a growing trend among elderly people to live alone and this trend is expected to increase in the future. Social isolation and limited support can have a negative impact on the physical and mental well-being of older adults. The increasing life expectancy and expanding geriatric population necessitate the development of innovative solutions to support their health, independence, and autonomy. This article addresses the key challenges and issues confronting the elderly and analyzes various IoT technologies and solutions proposed to enhance their lives. Smart home technologies improve the quality of life and enable older adults to live independently in their own homes while their adult children are at work. This article presents a smart home model for the elderly in Kazakhstan, based on their needs, concerns, and financial capabilities. The proposed prototype will be developed using an accessible, open-source intelligent system that includes health monitoring, medication adherence monitoring, alerting family members in case of falls or deteriorating health indicators, and video surveillance. Another advantage of this system is the automation of processes such as automatic lighting control, voice command functionality, home security, and climate control. Preliminary testing of the hardware model shows promising results, with plans for continuous improvement and evaluation as it is deployed. Key criteria for its implementation include affordability, accessibility, and feasibility. Based on Kazakhstan’s unique socio-cultural and economic context, this paper proposes a sophisticated smart home model tailored to the specific needs and financial capabilities of elderly Kazakhs.

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