Changnyeong-gun Cares for Elderly Living Alone with AI Speakers and Internet of Things

300 Units Installed by This Year, 200 More Scheduled for Installation Next Year

The smart care services in Changnyeong-gun, Gyeongnam, including the 'Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integrated Care Service' and the 'Safety Service for Elderly Living Alone (IoT),' are receiving great responses from the residents.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Wook] Changnyeong-gun, Gyeongnam Province, is receiving great responses from residents by implementing the smart care services ‘Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integrated Care Service’ and ‘Safety Service for Elderly Living Alone (IoT)’ projects.

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integrated Care Service installs AI speakers in the homes of elderly people living alone or families with disabled members, providing companionship, weather information, music listening, and other support.

In case of an emergency, users can request rescue by saying “Save me,” which effectively helps the health and safety of elderly people living alone. So far, 300 units have been installed and are in operation, with an additional 200 units planned for installation next year.

The Safety Service for Elderly Living Alone installs Internet of Things (IoT) devices in the rooms where the elderly mainly live, detecting movements and sending real-time monitoring information to caregivers via a smartphone app.

If abnormal signs are detected in the elderly, caregivers can provide direct care and coordinate with 119 emergency services to take urgent measures according to the situation.

A county official stated, “In a super-aged society, the blind spots for vulnerable groups such as elderly people living alone are increasing. We will do our best to actively utilize Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence technologies to ensure the health and safety of the elderly.”

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