How does the Building Management System help to take care of older persons

Not only young people take advantage of the modern technology development, but also those who need constant care are benefitting from The Internet of things technology. We have already written before how to protect your children (link) while this article is dedicated to the topic of simplifying the care of elderly relatives.

Take care of your old parents

Care for elderly parents is the responsibility of every adult person. Not while ago the parents invested their time and health to grow you up, and now it's your turn to pay them back with the same care. Thus it is more comfortable with the Perenio smart security kit. The smoke, leakage, motion and doors & windows sensors will help to create suitable living conditions while the surveillance camera will provide you with a secure feeling. So now it's your turn to look after your parents.

All sensors are equipped with a remote alert system. The information from the triggered device will be sent to your smartphone immediately through a convenient mobile app. The cameras will provide round-the-clock surveillance, and you will always be aware of what is happening in the parent's home. Just watch the online broadcast when it's the right time and find out what your parents are doing and how they feel, so you will get know directly when they need your help.

A video surveillance system is a convenient additional mean of taking care of an older adult, but in some cases, it's just obligatory. According to the World Health Organization, 5-8% of people over their 60s have a mental illness. And with years passing, the number of those who need constant care only increases. About 60-70% of people with senile dementia have Alzheimer's syndrome. In such cases, a serious question for their relatives arise. That is whether to send their elderly parents to specialist institutions, where they will be served with proper care or to spend their own time and energy to take care of their relatives their own. The Perenio Building Management System relieves this dilemma since it's easy to install and to manage for taking care of the ones you love.

How can Smoke and Leak Sensors save your loved ones?

Unfortunately, people become less attentive over the time they get older. You've probably heard stories of older adults forgetting about some dish on the stove: they can put a frying pan or a pot in the fire and go to bed. It's a bit of luck if some attentive neighbors call a Rescue Service, but what if the grandmother lives in a private home, so there is no one around. In order not to worry about the health and safety of your loved ones, be sure to install smoke sensors as well as leakage ones.

The advantage of Perenio devices is that our sensors have several types of triggering. So that is not only the siren which is turned on but also through the control gateway you receive the message directly to your phone. Currently, we are also developing a program that will alert the rescue services in case of the high smoke level in the apartment. So now you can be calmer when leaving older adults home alone in case of need.

How can the Door & Window and Motion Sensors help to take care of people with dementia?

Caring for people with Alzheimer's syndrome is extremely hard. They need constant care and attention as they can forget where they were going and where they are. It is often difficult to deal with people with such a diagnosis even if living in the same place.

That is why we recommend installing door & window and motion sensors in such cases. Their price is only 19-25 euros. You can install these sensors in a room where a person with Alzheimer's disease lives, and as soon as he or she wants to leave the room, you will receive an automatic notification on your smartphone.

You can also set the motion sensor at the front door or in the corridor. This will allow you to find out where the older adult went, whether he or she remained in the apartment or trying to get out of it. Now you can solve your stuff without worrying about where your relative is. In case the sensor of the front door suddenly triggers, then call your neighbors to ask for help. The modern trackers attached to the wrist will help solve this problem as well.

It is always better to choose a comprehensive solution

We recommend paying attention to a complete solution which includes not only the sensors but also a video surveillance camera. This will provide the opportunity for full-fledged monitoring. Perenio offers both an indoor fixed camera and a motor PIR camera. Both of them suit world-class standards, provide both online video surveillance and Full HD recording. All records are saved in the cloud and on the Micro SD so that you can view them remotely at any convenient time.

You can also create complex scripts by activating sensors and cameras. For example, when someone tries to leave the apartment, one of the sensors is triggered, and the camera turns on automatically, which will enable online video surveillance. Judging by the situation, you will be able to decide whether active "rescue" actions are needed or make sure that the relative just went to the kitchen and there is no threat to his safety.

Particular mobile applications, which unite neighbors for the care of elderly parents, are gaining popularity in Europe nowadays. For this purpose, bases are created at addresses and willingly volunteering to participate in neighboring mutual assistance is offered, since several people in need of care can live in one house. There is a high probability that there will be a kind person who will be able to come to your request and check that everything is fine, while, perhaps, you will do the same the next time. Anyway, video surveillance cameras and motion sensors can prevent from bothering your neighbors.

What are the other advantages of Perenio products which can help you to take care of your loved ones:

• our surveillance cameras have a built-in microphone and speaker. You can always talk to your parents or old relatives;
• Motion Sensors on Windows and Doors will psychologically help older adults to feel safer. They will know that help will come on time in case of the need;
• our cameras are equipped with built-in infrared sensors. Therefore, video surveillance can be conducted in the dark;
• some older people become prone to mysticism. If the “alien” appears in your grandmother's apartment again, Perenio cameras will help you to convince her that it was just a wind;
• teach your relatives how to use the Perenio mobile app. Now they can safely leave the house and do not worry about not switching off the water or leaving the pan on the stove. If remote sensor indication is not enough for them, they will always be able to check if everything is OK at home with online video surveillance.

All Perenio devices are connected to a flexible, convenient network. Together with our specialists, you will be able to develop your security system, which will become a reliable, stable and economic assistant in carrying for your loved ones.