“Everyone talks about the ‘ageing’ society when large numbers of elderly people need home care. Now German researchers have unveiled a ’smart’ house which is programmed to help elderly residents live at home with dignity.
The scientists at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute say the model house combines existing technology with cutting-edge, future-oriented technology.
The house reminds residents when to take their medication, and it automatically monitors heart and respiration, makes sure no stove-top burners are left unattended and turns off water taps to prevent a sink or tub overflow.”
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news.smashits.com, 24 March 2009
