Still keeping an eye on this story: Now, not only will the families of Alzheimer’s patients be able to order the Columba phone-bracelets from France Telecom stores, branded as ‘Handicap Solutions’, but they will also have access to the product through… Read moreColumba bracelet marches on in France
This dry press release signals the next step in the developing story of the Canadian Columba GPS bracelet for people with dementia, which is now available in France. 24 hour responses will be supported by AXA Assistance, ‘one of the… Read moreColumba bracelet and AXA – call centres watch out
This story illustrates a new technology and the huge cost of searching when someone with dementia walks out. Authorities had one last measure they were about to implement when the man was found… emergency services are adding technology to make… Read moreReverse 911 calls
Wide-ranging article with references about technology and people with dementia. A good read. Psychiatric Times, November 2005
ALRT medicine compliance system: “Ideal for patients with COPD, Asthma, Diabetes, Alzheimer’s, AIDS/HIV, psychiatric conditions or dexterity issues (tremors, severe arthritis), mild to moderate dementia as well as patients with complicated medications schedules, such as congestive heart failure and organ transplants.”
Medical Intelligence introduced the Columba bracelet in Paris last June to move forward with its final market testing with its partners – Orange, France’s largest mobile telephony operator, and AXA Assistance, the leading provider of medical assistance.
Every decade the White House holds a policy event on issues around aging. The following links give a flavour of the matters raised in December, when telecare and telehealth matters put in a strong appearance.
Review of two important publications of interest to people involved in both dementia care and telecare implementation.
Thorough article discusses the areas of concern.
Dementia-care oriented system. Press release.
