Telecare Zone
Why Telecare?
Definition
"Telecare is the continuous, automatic and remote monitoring of real time emergencies and lifestyle changes over time in order to manage the risks associated with independent living."
Why is Telecare needed?
- The economic case for Tunstall’s solutions is now proven and compelling.
- The Department of Health estimates that telecare could prevent 160,000 people from entering residential care per year, implying potential cost savings of £2.0 billion pa
- Telecare is a highly-flexible care tool which can be adapted as users' needs evolve – new users are now adopting the technology in areas such as learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health.
Used as part of a holistic package of care services, it can make an enormous contribution to independent living and the quality of life for people and their family or carers. In particular it can;
- help individuals maintain independence
- increase safety and confidence
- support carers alongside traditional healthcare, social care and housing initiatives
- facilitate the shift from traditional models of residential care to supporting people at home
- help reduce pressure on the NHS
The range of sensors provides greater reassurance and protection of users by monitoring for the following environmental risks; fire, flooding, carbon monoxide, natural gas, high and low temperatures as well as personal risks such as wandering, falling, inactivity, burglary, bogus callers and many more.
For the full range of available sensors please click here.
For the latest evidence please click here
If you would like to talk to Tunstall about telecare then please call customer support 0844 855 1564.
Alternatively email enquiries@tunstall.co.uk