Virtual Caregiver
DEFINITION: A virtual caregiver is a technology-enabled care solution that provides remote monitoring, assistance, and support to individuals (typically seniors or those with chronic conditions) through digital platforms and devices.
​​Core Features:
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Remote health monitoring through wearable devices, sensors, or smartphone apps
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Medication reminders and management
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Emergency response and alert systems
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Video check-ins and telehealth consultations
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Daily activity tracking and wellness monitoring​
Benefits:
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Enables aging in place by providing safety and support at home
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Reduces costs compared to in-person care
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Provides 24/7 monitoring capabilities
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Connects seniors with family members and healthcare providers
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Early detection of health changes or emergencies​
Technology Components:
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Smart home devices (voice assistants, motion sensors, smart pill dispensers)
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Wearable health monitors (heart rate, fall detection, GPS tracking)
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Mobile apps and web platforms for communication
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AI-powered chatbots for basic assistance and companionship
Limitations:
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Cannot provide hands-on physical assistance
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Requires some level of technology comfort from users
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May not be suitable for advanced care needs
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Depends on reliable internet connectivity
Virtual caregiving is often used as a complement to traditional in-person care services, particularly for seniors who want to maintain independence while having access to support and monitoring.
Electronic Caregiver
Healthspan Highways is a Master Care Partner
with Electronic Caregiver
Electronic Caregiver offers a technology-based line of products and services, all intrinsically centered on aging in place and preserving healthspans. One of the key benefits of technology is it provides 24/7 availability. This includes emergency response, fall detection, vitals monitoring, medication reminders and on demand physician consultations.
Meet Addison, The Virtual Caregiver™
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Addison Care is an AI-powered virtual caregiver designed to provide 24/7 care and safety support in the comfort of your home. Using cutting-edge technology combined with advanced TeleCare services, Addison helps patients better manage their health, improve the efficacy of caregivers, and improve quality of life . Addison transforms the residence into a Smart Health Home, providing real-time health monitoring, continuous support for the at-risk, aging and ill, while also helping to overcome social isolation and poor mood.
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MAIN FEATURES​
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AI-Powered Continuous Care Plan Management
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Medication Reminders & Compliance Monitoring
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Real-Time Digital Vitals Monitoring With Alerts
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Companionship and Daily Activities Assistance
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24/7 Emergency Response + Remote Wellness Checks​
