Guardian offers a privacy-focused smart home monitoring system for seniors, using discreet sensors to track daily routines and detect anomalies. It provides personalized insights and alerts caregivers to potential issues, enabling independent living with peace of mind.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many seniors face challenges maintaining independence and safety at home, leading to increased reliance on caregivers and potential risks. Existing solutions often involve intrusive monitoring or lack the ability to detect subtle changes in daily routines that could indicate a problem. This gap leaves families concerned about their loved ones' well-being and ability to live autonomously.
Solution
Guardian provides a privacy-centric smart home monitoring system that utilizes discreet sensors to track daily activities and identify deviations from established routines. The system operates without cameras or microphones, focusing solely on behavioral patterns to ensure user privacy. It offers personalized insights and alerts family members or caregivers to potential issues, such as unusual inactivity or changes in essential daily tasks like meal preparation. This allows seniors to maintain their independence while providing their families with peace of mind through proactive, non-intrusive oversight.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes adult children and caregivers of elderly individuals who wish to support independent living while ensuring their safety and well-being.
Features
- Wireless, adhesive-mounted sensors for easy installation in key areas like refrigerators, stoves, and living spaces.
- Central hub with integrated cellular connectivity (4G LTE) for reliable data transmission without requiring home Wi-Fi.
- Activity sensors that monitor movement patterns and detect deviations from normal daily rhythms, such as prolonged inactivity or absence from usual areas.
- Appliance sensors (refrigerator, stove) that track usage to identify potential issues like missed meals or unattended cooking.
- Wearable SOS button for immediate emergency alerts with a simple press.
- Cloud-based platform that learns user routines and generates alerts based on detected anomalies.
- Mobile application and web portal for family members and caregivers to view activity summaries and receive real-time notifications.
- SMS and voice call notification system for critical alerts to designated contacts.
- Battery-powered sensors with extended life (up to 5 years for motion sensors, 2 years for others) and low-battery notifications.