This Danish startup develops IoT-based tracking technology specifically designed for dementia care, utilizing GPS and localization methods to monitor patients' movements in real-time. Their solution enhances safety and provides caregivers with critical data to improve the quality of care for individuals with dementia.
Funding
$4.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Individuals with dementia are prone to wandering, which can lead to them becoming lost and facing dangerous situations, causing significant stress for both the individuals and their caregivers. Existing tracking solutions often lack the necessary features for effective monitoring and quick response in such scenarios.
Solution
Otiom provides a comprehensive IoT-based solution designed to prevent wandering and ensure the safety of individuals with dementia. The system includes a discreet, lightweight tracking tag that can be easily carried or attached to clothing, communicating via NB-IoT, GNSS, and Bluetooth for reliable indoor and outdoor location tracking. Caregivers can define customizable safety zones using a smartphone app, receiving immediate alerts if the individual strays from these areas. The Otiom system is designed to balance safety with privacy, avoiding constant surveillance and only activating tracking when necessary, promoting independence and peace of mind.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes family members and caregivers of individuals with dementia, as well as nursing homes and assisted living facilities seeking to enhance resident safety and reduce staff workload.
Features
- Lightweight (30g) and compact tracking tag with no distracting buttons, sounds, or lights
- Up to one month of battery life on a single charge, with a full recharge in 2 hours
- Wireless charging capability, allowing for convenient charging even when the tag is sewn into clothing
- Customizable safety zones that can be easily adjusted via a smartphone app (iOS and Android)
- Indoor and outdoor tracking capabilities using a combination of NB-IoT, GNSS (including GPS), and Bluetooth 5.X technologies
- Ability to disinfect and machine-wash the tag at up to 60 degrees Celsius
- Option to carry the tag in a pocket, on a neck strap, sewn into clothing, or mounted on a walking frame or cane
- Home base stations to improve indoor tracking and conserve tag battery life