Z-Works develops IoT healthcare monitoring solutions specifically designed for elderly care facilities, utilizing real-time sensors to track resident activities and environmental conditions. This technology reduces the risk of accidents and alleviates staff workload by providing timely notifications for critical events such as falls or unusual movements.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Elderly care facilities face challenges in monitoring residents to prevent accidents and ensure timely assistance, especially with limited staff and increasing resident needs. Traditional methods of monitoring, such as frequent manual checks, can be labor-intensive, stressful for both residents and staff, and may not provide real-time insights into residents' well-being. Delayed response times to falls or other critical events can lead to adverse health outcomes.
Solution
Z-Works' LiveConnect offers an IoT-based monitoring system designed to enhance safety and reduce staff workload in elderly care facilities. The system uses a combination of sensors and AI to provide real-time visibility into residents' activities and environmental conditions within their rooms. By detecting events such as bed exits, unusual movements, or changes in room temperature, LiveConnect promptly alerts staff to potential issues. This enables faster response times to emergencies, reduces the risk of falls and other accidents, and minimizes the need for constant manual checks, ultimately improving both resident care and staff efficiency. The system integrates with care recording systems for seamless data sharing and reporting.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes elderly care facilities, nursing homes, and assisted living communities seeking to improve resident safety, reduce staff workload, and enhance overall care quality.
Features
- Real-time monitoring of resident activity and environmental conditions via in-room sensors
- AI-powered detection of critical events such as falls, bed exits, and unusual movements
- Notifications for abnormal room temperatures to prevent heatstroke
- Wireless, non-invasive installation without the need for Wi-Fi or electrical work
- Integration with care recording systems for streamlined data management
- Remote call system enabling communication between residents and staff
- Optional camera system for visual verification of resident status
- Analytics dashboard providing insights into resident behavior patterns and trends