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The sensor mats

Flexible, discreet, and reliable: The use of sensor mats

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Sensor mats are a highly efficient solution for increasing the safety of people requiring care while simultaneously relieving the burden on caregivers. Their versatile applications provide seamless monitoring of movement and presence without disrupting daily life.

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Functionality and reliability

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At the heart of the sensor mats is a precise pressure sensor. The system is calibrated to only react to a weight exceeding 25 kg.

• Advantage: This ensures high reliability and prevents false alarms caused by lighter objects (such as books or blankets) or pets.

Versatile applications

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The mats are designed to be flexible and cover the most important risk areas in everyday life:

• Bed monitoring (bed sensor): The mat is placed under the mattress. It registers when the person leaves the bed (e.g., for fall prevention at night) or if they do not return within the expected time.

• Seat monitoring (chair sensor): Placed under the seat cushion of an armchair, the sensor detects when the person stands up, helping to prevent falls for individuals with gait instability.

• Passage and room monitoring (pressure mat): The sensor mat can be placed under a rug or mat in the doorway or in front of the bed. It reliably detects when the area is entered (e.g., in cases of wandering, monitoring daily routines).

Simple and discreet installation

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The advantage of these sensor mats is their ease of use. No complicated installation is required:

Placement:

1. The mats are simply slid under mattresses, cushions, or rugs.

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2. Invisibility: Because they are concealed, they remain invisible to the resident and do not detract from the appearance of the living space or comfort (no direct contact with the body).

3. Immediately ready for use: After placement and integration into the senior.help system, monitoring is active immediately.

Motion detectors | Presence detectors

Touchless, intelligent, and secure: The use of motion and presence detectors

Motion and presence detectors are key modern elements in ambient assisted living. They offer a high level of safety and comfort without requiring the resident to actively do anything or wear anything (such as an emergency call button). They act as invisible companions that recognize critical situations and make everyday life easier.

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How they work and the differences

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While classic motion detectors react to more pronounced changes in location (e.g., walking in the hallway), modern presence detectors are so sensitive that they register even minimal movements (e.g., typing, reading, or turning one's head in an armchair).

• Advantage: This enables differentiated monitoring—from automatic lighting to detecting inactivity—without triggering false alarms simply because someone is sitting still.

Key Applications

This technology offers versatile applications for safety and comfort:

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• Fall prevention through light control: As soon as the senior gets out of bed at night, the sensor automatically activates dimmed lighting to guide them to the bathroom. This prevents falls due to darkness or searching for light switches.

• Inactivity detection (passive alarm): If the presence detector registers no movement for an unusually long period (e.g., in the bathroom or kitchen at the usual time), an alarm can be automatically sent to caregivers or family members. This is vital if a person has fallen and is unable to get up.

• Wandering protection (disorientation): Strategically placed at exits, sensors can register when a person leaves the apartment at unusual times (e.g., at night) or heads towards the steep basement stairs.

Privacy and Installation

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A crucial factor in the acceptance of this technology is the protection of privacy:

• No cameras: The sensors detect only heat movements or ultrasonic waves. No images or sounds are recorded.

• Touchless: Residents don't need to wear wristbands or press buttons – the system works fully automatically in the background.

• Flexible installation: The devices are small, discreet, and can be placed on bedside tables, sideboards, or TV stands without requiring any structural modifications.

The temperature sensor

Intelligent Temperature Protection: An Invisible Guardian Angel for Seniors

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As we age, the body's thermoregulation often declines. Many older people no longer perceive cold or extreme heat as intensely as they used to, which can lead to serious health risks. An accidentally left-open window on a winter night or an overheated apartment in the height of summer is often noticed too late.

This is where the senior.help Sensor Master with temperature sensor comes in. Equipped with precise temperature monitoring, it offers much more than just a display.

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How it Works: Thresholds as Triggers

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The system allows you to define individual temperature thresholds (e.g., below 18°C ​​or above 28°C). If these limits are exceeded or fallen below, the system activates a chain of actions, divided into two categories:

1. Active Alarm (Warning) As soon as the room temperature reaches a critical level, the device alerts you to the danger:

• Visual Signal: A warning LED on the device itself lights up to visually warn the resident.

• Remote alerting: Simultaneously, a message (push notification, SMS, or call) is sent to family caregivers or a home care service. This way, the family knows immediately: "Attention, it's only 16 degrees Celsius in Grandma's bedroom – is the window open?"

2. Automatic control of actuators (Smart Home integration)

Using wireless sockets, the Sensor Master can directly intervene in the home automation system to correct the temperature even before help arrives:

• Cold scenario: If the temperature falls below the minimum value, the system automatically switches on an electric auxiliary heater or increases the thermostat of the heating system.

• Heat scenario: If the temperature rises to a health-hazardous level in summer, the sensor automatically activates a fan or air conditioner and lowers electric blinds for sun protection.

The result: Safety and autonomy

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This intelligent networking transforms a simple measurement into an active safety net. Seniors can live safely in their own homes for longer, while relatives have the peace of mind that the indoor climate is constantly monitored – even when they themselves are not present.

The humidity sensor

Respiratory Health and Well-being: Intelligent Humidity Monitoring

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Besides temperature, relative humidity plays a crucial role in the health of older adults. Seniors, in particular, often have more sensitive mucous membranes and a reduced sense of thirst. Poor indoor air quality can therefore lead to respiratory infections or general discomfort without being noticed.

The senior.help Sensor Master with humidity sensor continuously monitors air quality and automatically maintains a healthy balance between "too dry" and "too humid."

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The Problem: The Invisible Danger

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• Air that is too dry (< 40%): Often occurs in winter due to heating. The consequences are dry mucous membranes, a tickly cough, burning eyes, and a significantly increased susceptibility to viruses and bacteria.

• Air that is too humid (> 60%): Promotes mold growth, which is toxic to the respiratory system, and puts a strain on the circulatory system due to muggy conditions.

The Solution: Thresholds and Automated Responses

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Just like with the temperature sensor, upper and lower limits can be defined for the humidity sensor (hygrometer). If these limits are exceeded, the system intervenes to regulate humidity:

Scenario 1: "Dry Heating Air" (Winter Mode) If the humidity falls below the critical value (e.g., 35%), the system reacts immediately:

• Actuator: A smart plug automatically switches on a humidifier to gently regulate the climate.

• Warning: A discreet LED on the sensor indicates that action is required.

• Health Bonus: Since dry air dehydrates the body more quickly, a message can be sent to the caregiver simultaneously: "Air very dry – please remind to drink."

Scenario 2: "Humidity & Risk of Mold" (Summer/Bathroom) If the humidity level rises too high for an extended period (e.g., after showering or in humid weather):

• Action: An electric dehumidifier or an automatic bathroom ventilation system is activated to remove the moisture.

• Alarm: The system warns the resident or family members that manual ventilation is necessary or that the shower has been left open, in order to prevent mold growth on the walls or to avoid water damage.

Conclusion: Prevention instead of reaction

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By monitoring humidity, the Sensor Master not only protects the building structure but, above all, serves as preventative health protection for the respiratory system and immune system of the residents.

The heat and smoke detector

Maximum safety in an emergency: The intelligent fire and heat monitor

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For older people, the risk of fire poses a particular danger. Impaired reaction time, reduced mobility, or a diminished sense of smell during sleep can lead to dangerous situations being noticed too late. A forgotten pot on the stove or a technical malfunction requires immediate action.

The senior.help Sensor Master with heat and smoke detector uses a dual detection strategy that minimizes false alarms and reports genuine dangers in a flash.

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Dual detection: Smoke and heat

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Traditional smoke detectors alone are often insufficient, especially in areas like the kitchen, where cooking fumes can trigger false alarms. The integrated combination sensor continuously analyzes the environment in two ways:

Optical smoke detection: Registers even the smallest particles from smoldering fires (e.g., from a cigarette dropped in bed or electrical fires).

Thermal Heat Detection: A special heat sensor triggers an alarm if the room temperature rises unusually quickly (thermal differential) or exceeds an absolute limit (e.g., 58°C). This is ideal for monitoring stoves.

The Intelligent Rescue Chain: Alarms and Actuators

Unlike a conventional alarm that "only" beeps, the senior.help system initiates immediate countermeasures in case of danger. This life-saving automation takes effect in fractions of a second:

1. Escalating Alarm

• Audible & Visual: In addition to the loud siren alarm, the monitor's housing begins to glow brightly and pulsate (red) – important for seniors with hearing impairments.

• Immediate Emergency Call: The system simultaneously sends a priority alarm to the smartphones of relatives, neighbors, or directly to the care service, so that help can arrive immediately.

2. Active Intervention (Safety Actuators) To contain the danger or secure the escape route, linked devices are activated:

• Automatic Stove Shut-Off: If heat or smoke is detected in the kitchen, a smart high-voltage control unit immediately disconnects the electric stove from the power supply. The heat supply is stopped before a grease fire can start.

• Escape Route Lighting: In the bedroom and hallway, the lights are automatically switched to full brightness (panic light function). This prevents falls in the dark and helps the resident to quickly orient themselves and leave the apartment.

• Grant Access: Electric door locks are unlocked so that emergency services can enter without delay.

Conclusion: A Guardian That Thinks Ahead

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The heat and smoke detector from senior.help not only offers protection against fire but also compensates for age-related limitations through intelligent technology. It gives seniors and their families the reassuring feeling that, in the worst-case scenario, they will not only be warned but also acted upon.

The water sensor

Protection against slipping hazards and water damage: The preventative moisture monitor

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Water is ubiquitous in the home, but for seniors, it can quickly become a dangerous trap. A tap not fully closed, a malfunctioning washing machine, or an overflowing bathtub not only cause expensive structural damage. Far more critical is the acute risk of falling: On smooth tiles, a puddle of water becomes an invisible "ice skating rink."

The senior.help water sensor detects moisture where it shouldn't be and intervenes immediately before a mishap turns into an accident.

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Application locations: Discreet yet vigilant

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The small sensors are placed at strategic points on the floor – for example, behind the washing machine, under the sink, or next to the bathtub. They have highly sensitive contacts that react even to minimal moisture.

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The Response Scenario: Leakage Stop and Warning

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If water leaks, the Sensor Master triggers a coordinated rescue chain that goes far beyond the beeping of a conventional water alarm:

1. The "Emergency Brake": Automatic Water Shut-Off (Actuator) This is the most important function for damage limitation. The sensor communicates directly with an installed motorized shut-off valve (Water-Stop) on the main water line or at the angle valve.

• Scenario "Overflow": If water is detected on the bathroom floor (e.g., from a forgotten bathtub), the system automatically shuts off the water supply. The water stops flowing immediately, and the puddle is prevented from spreading.

• Appliance Shut-Off: Simultaneously, a smart plug can cut the power to the washing machine or dishwasher to prevent further water from being pumped out.

2. Accident Prevention Alarm: It is essential to prevent the resident from stepping onto the wet surface:

• Audible & Visual: The Sensor Master emits a clear alarm tone and illuminates in a signal color to indicate the hazard on the floor.

• Remote Notification: Caregivers immediately receive a message: "Water alarm in the bathroom – water supply has been automatically stopped." This allows them to call and warn the resident not to enter the bathroom for the time being: "Caution, slippery surface!"

Conclusion: Safety at Every Step

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The senior.help water sensor offers dual protection: It saves the apartment from costly renovations and proactively protects the resident from dangerous slips and falls. It compensates for moments of forgetfulness and technical malfunctions through immediate, automated action.